Bushnell Farm presents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the Connecticut shoreline's most unique and historically significant properties. Located on Boston Post Road in Old Saybrook, this 20.21-acre property offers an exceptional combination of history, character, visibility, and development potential. The property features open meadows, mature trees, historic New England stone walls, and the renowned Elisha Bushnell House, creating a setting unlike any other currently available along the shoreline. With its historic designation and deep connection to Connecticut's heritage, Bushnell Farm offers the opportunity to preserve a remarkable legacy while creating a meaningful future. Zoned B-4 Commercial, the property allows for a wide variety of potential uses, including hospitality, Independent Living Community, office, medical, retail, and destination-oriented development. The site is particularly well suited for a boutique hotel, wellness retreat, destination resort, or mixed-use concept that embraces the property's unique character and sense of place. Strategically located just minutes from Interstate 95 and Route 9, Bushnell Farm benefits from exceptional accessibility between New York City and Boston while remaining within one of Connecticut's most desirable shoreline communities. Nearby beaches, marinas, golf courses, and cultural attractions further enhance its appeal. Large-scale commercial development opportunities of this caliber are increasingly rare on
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Located in Middlesex County, Connecticut
Directions available: take Exit 67 for Route 154 / Main Street / Old Saybrook; head toward Route 1 (Boston Post Road), turn onto Boston Post Road (US-1) heading west; continue ~1 mile — 1445 Boston Post Road will be on the north side
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Last updated by owner on Jun 13, 2026.
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Redfin Estimate for 1405-1445 Boston Post Rd
$9,927,547
$2.1M under list price of $12.0M
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