Find exceptional Duck River marsh views at this handsome Old Lyme village property where 19th-century details meld with exceptional updates. A 2019 renovation created a stunning luxury kitchen featuring top-of-the-line appliances, a great room/dining room and the addition of a first-floor primary bedroom full bath and laundry. Soaring ceilings, elegant built-ins and wide board floors meld to create timeless, inviting spaces. In addition to the main level primary bedroom, there are four second floor bedrooms and two full baths - one ensuite. New windows throughout bathe every space in natural light. The installation of a state-of-the-art six-zone heating system, two-zone AC system and whole house generator affords comfort and peace of mind. Magnificent grounds overlook the Duck River marshlands, dotted with specimen trees; the elements designed to entertain. Find an inground pool, changing rooms with a seasonal full bath and a wonderful, screened gazebo perfect for summer evenings. A three-bay barn/garage with a walk-up loft provides ample storage and endless possibilities. Walk to the village treasures - OLCC, Lyme Art Academy, Old Lyme Inn, the town hall, library and award-winning schools. A short ride to Old Lyme beaches. NY and Boston just 2 hours and a 10-minute Uber from Saybrook Station. Simply perfect.
Incredible updates throughout. Tremendous main level renovation completed 2019 including heat, AC, whole home generator, main level laundry, etc. Pool has been redone. Superb. This home is not in a flood zone.
PRIME LOCATION! PRICED TO SELL! PERFECT LIFESTYLE! Fabulous opportunity to own a large spectacular property in a neighborhood of million dollar+ homes. Sited on 1.25 private serene acres. Professionally landscaped grounds, with mature plantings, in-ground pool with 60' lap lane, fabulous pool house with changing rooms, shower, cubbies, and fridge. Fully screened in gazebo for relaxing in breezes over-looking the Duck River. Main floor layout out designed to flow perfectly for entertaining small intimate groups or large parties - formal or informal. Den and library provide spaces to work or relax and the potential conversion to in-law suite or first floor master suite. Some of the amenities include lovely built-ins, crown moldings, Kings-wood floors, pocket doors, radiant heated floors in upper bath, full house generator, 5 heat zones, 2 AC zones, a turtle pond. National Geographic recognized Ben Franklin's marker laid on the property. Easy walk to village shops, Old Lyme golf and tennis club, historic library and popular ice-cream shop, schools, historic society, Flo Griswold museum, Lyme Art Association the renowned Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts, and minutes to the local Long Island Sound Beaches, as well as marinas on the CT river for boaters. Midway between Boston and New York. About 1 hour to either Bradley or Greene airports, minutes by car to Amtrak and commuter rail in Old Saybrook to NYC, Boston,New Haven or Providence.
Smart MLS #N10203212
May 11, 2017
Listing Removed
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Mar 10, 2017
Listed
$796,000
$201/sq ft
Smart MLS #N10173118
Mar 10, 2017
Listing Removed
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Oct 2, 2016
Listed
$850,000
$215/sq ft
Smart MLS #N10124355
Oct 2, 2016
Listing Removed
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May 10, 2016
Listed
$999,000
$253/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,288
$198,900 + $324,000
$522,900
2022
$12,288 (+0.9%)
$198,900 + $324,000
$522,900
2021
$12,184 (+0.4%)
$198,900 + $324,000
$522,900
2020
$12,131 (−5.0%)
$198,900 + $324,000
$522,900
2019
$12,767 (+4.9%)
$198,900 + $370,800
$569,700
2018
$12,167 (+1.1%)
$198,900 + $356,400
$555,300
2017
$12,034 (+2.6%)
$196,900 + $356,400
$553,300
2016
$11,730 (+3.9%)
$196,900 + $356,400
$553,300
2014
$11,285 (+1.9%)
$221,500 + $352,500
$574,000
2011
$11,078
$221,500 + $352,500
$574,000
Tax history for 4 Johnny Cake Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,288
$198,900 + $324,000
$522,900
2022
$12,288 (+0.9%)
$198,900 + $324,000
$522,900
2021
$12,184 (+0.4%)
$198,900 + $324,000
$522,900
2020
$12,131 (−5.0%)
$198,900 + $324,000
$522,900
2019
$12,767 (+4.9%)
$198,900 + $370,800
$569,700
2018
$12,167 (+1.1%)
$198,900 + $356,400
$555,300
2017
$12,034 (+2.6%)
$196,900 + $356,400
$553,300
2016
$11,730 (+3.9%)
$196,900 + $356,400
$553,300
2014
$11,285 (+1.9%)
$221,500 + $352,500
$574,000
2011
$11,078
$221,500 + $352,500
$574,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.43 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,952
Year built
1887
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New London County
APN
1553180
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 14, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Barn, Detached Garage
Garages Number: 3
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 10
Laundry Room Location: There are two laundry rooms
Laundry Room Info: Main Level, Upper Level
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 5
Room Information
Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
Basement Description: Full
Has Attic
Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Clapboard
Lot Information
Lot Description: Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
Pool Information
Swimming Pool
Pool Description: In Ground Pool
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
Construction Description: Frame
Property Information
Waterfront Description: River
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 3952
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $934,700
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank
Heat Type: Hot Water
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Generator, Ridge Vents, Thermopane Windows
Location
School Information
High School: Lyme-Old Lyme
Elementary School: Mile Creek
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: 95N Exit 70, turn right, turn L on Ferry Rd, Right on Lyme which becomes McCurdy Road, bear L on Johnnycake Hill.
Direct Waterfront
County: New London
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,952
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1887
Year Renovated: —
County: New London County
APN: 1553180
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Around this home
Schools
Mile Creek School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.4mi
8/10
Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Lyme-Old Lyme High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
4.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.51M – $1.83M
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