Rambling stone walls, mature landscape and a brick walk frame this handsome Royal Barry Wills Cape. A NEW ROOF contract is signed to be installed in March! An expansive first floor includes a large eat in kitchen with fireplace, pantry and bar area. The adjacent sunroom and screen porch offer bright and cheerful living space. The formal dining room and living room with second fireplace offer great space to unwind. A first-floor office doubles as a fourth/guest bedroom with an adjacent powder/first floor laundry. (This was a full bath. The laundry was relocated from the basement.) Extensive millwork and built ins are found throughout. A second-floor primary bedroom has a full bath and two additional bedrooms share the second full bath. Charming window seats are built into a fully dormered roofline. Beautifully refinished wide board pegged oak flooring is found in all rooms except the kitchen and sunroom. There is a full basement with oil warm air heat and efficient 2019 central air/heat pump. An open, level yard offers plenty of space for planting, playground or rover and even a small greenhouse and garden shed. Tesla/electric vehicle charger conveys. Located on one of the most historic, picturesque streets in town, this home is about 1.5 miles from the village. Enjoy the idyllic landmarks, Florence Griswold Museum, Lyme Art Academy, LAA, restaurants and shops as well as beach, boating and life in the stunning Lower CT River Valley.
Great updates includes new roof to be installed 2026, 2024 exterior painting, new kitchen appliances and Speed Queen Washer 2022, Well holding tank, kitchen window 2025, all floors refinished and all interior paint. Stunning setting!
Rambling stone walls, mature landscape and a new brick entry frame this Royal Barry Wills Cape. An expansive first floor includes a large eat in kitchen with fireplace, pantry and bar area. The adjacent sunroom and screen porch offer bright and cheerful living space. The formal dining room and living room with second fireplace make excellent entertaining areas. There is a first floor office, currently used as a guest room, with a powder/first floor laundry room adjacent. See floor plans. Extensive built in cabinetry is found throughout and wainscotting in the dining room. The second floor master bedroom has a full bath and two additional bedrooms share the second bath. Charming window seats are built into the fully dormered roofline. Wideboard pegged oak flooring is found in all rooms except the tiled kitchen and sunroom. There is a full basement with oil warm air heat and a 2019 central air/heat pump, incredibly efficient. The yard is level and open with plenty of room for planting, playground or rover! A storage shed and greenhouse offer nice additional space. Tesla/electric vehicle charger conveys. This home is located just 1.5 miles from Old Lyme village on one of the most picturesque streets in the town of Old Lyme. Learn more about life in town, beaches, restaurants and life in the stunning Lower CT River Valley located just 2 hours from New York and Boston.
Smart MLS #M9142846
Mar 20, 2014
Sold
$350,000
$157/sq ft
Aug 23, 2013
Listed
$350,000
$157/sq ft
This charming royal barry wills cape, privately sited on ~2 level acres in desirable location close to town, offers pegged hardwood floors, updated kitchen and baths, newer windows, a sky-lighted sunroom, screened porch and cozy den. Move-in ready!
Smart MLS #M9081072
Apr 18, 2004
Listed
$395,000
$177/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 27, 1991
Sold
$250,000
$112/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,575
$120,700 + $159,100
$279,800
2022
$6,575 (+0.9%)
$120,700 + $159,100
$279,800
2021
$6,519 (+0.4%)
$120,700 + $159,100
$279,800
2020
$6,491 (+2.3%)
$120,700 + $159,100
$279,800
2019
$6,347 (+2.3%)
$142,700 + $140,500
$283,200
2018
$6,205 (+0.7%)
$142,700 + $140,500
$283,200
2017
$6,160 (+2.6%)
$142,700 + $140,500
$283,200
2016
$6,004 (+2.5%)
$142,700 + $140,500
$283,200
2014
$5,857 (+1.8%)
$153,700 + $144,200
$297,900
2011
$5,751
$153,700 + $144,300
$298,000
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.93 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,208
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New London County
APN
1552374
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 14, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 2
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 7
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
Fireplaces Total: 2
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3
Room Information
Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Hatchway Access, Interior Access, Full With Hatchway
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
Exterior Features: Porch-Screened, Deck
Lot Information
Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Level Lot
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: Grey
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 2021
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $525,700
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Electric, 30 Gallon Tank
Heat Type: Baseboard, Heat Pump, Hot Air, Hot Water
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Thermopane Windows
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: Lyme-Old Lyme
High School: Lyme-Old Lyme
Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Lake, Library, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall
Directions: Route 1 to Sill Lane to Saunders Hollow. Home on left.
County: New London
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,208
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.93 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: —
County: New London County
APN: 1552374
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Around this home
Schools
Lyme Consolidated School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.7mi
8/10
Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
9/10
Lyme-Old Lyme High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Old Lyme, CT • 06371
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Old Lyme. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$750,000 – $908,000
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