For sale for the first time in decades, this remarkable center chimney Colonial, The Daniel Burton House, is graciously set on 4 pastoral acres. This property is on of the most beautiful roads in Portland and it is truly a magical setting - you can feel it as soon as you pull in the driveway. With 2538 sf of living space, the layout successfully blends history and modern living, the best of both worlds. There are 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 4 fireplaces, a large living room, classic dining room, an enchanting den/library with a screen porch plus a welcoming family room addition off the kitchen. There are two additional rooms in the attic. The over-sized two car barn garage was built in 2011 with a large separate workspace side building perfect for crafts, small farming, wood working or other hobbies. Town records say built in 1780; historical records make 1757 more likely. Family oral history has that it was once part of the Underground Railroad. Make your appointment today to tour this very special place!
This is an estate so only has the Lead Disclosure. Trustee cannot say if all fireplaces are in working order. Audio visual equipment present.
Single-familyProperty Type
1780Year Built
3.64 acresLot Size
$233Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Georgia Newcomb• Houlihan Lawrence WD
Bought with Nikki Defrancesco• Coldwell Banker Realty
Source:Smart MLS #24104437
Redfin Estimate
$591,672
$27K since sold in August 2025$2,000 since July
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This home's estimate is 4.9% lower than the average sale price ($622K) of 6 comparable homes.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.64 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,538
Year built
1780
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1033166
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Detached Garage, Off Street Parking
Garages Number: 2
Parking Information
Parking Total Spaces: 5
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 11
Laundry Room Location: Lower Level
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Interior Features: Cable - Available
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 4
Appliances Included: Cook Top, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 4
Room Information
Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
Has Attic
Attic Description: Finished, Walk-up
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Shingle
Exterior Siding: Wood
Exterior Features: Porch, Garden Area, Patio
Lot Information
Lot Description: Farm Land, Level Lot, Cleared, Open Lot
Building Information
Foundation Type: Stone
Construction Description: Frame, Masonry
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 2538
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $233,660
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Domestic
Heat Type: Hot Water
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Location
School Information
High School: Portland
Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: GPS friendly or Rte 66 (Portland-Cobalt Road) to Middle Haddam Rd to Breezy Corners Rd; left on Penfield Hill Rd, property will be on your left. Driveway just past the house.
County: Middlesex
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,538
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3.64 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1780
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1033166
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 1
Around this home
Schools
Valley View School
Public PreK-1 • Assigned • 2.9mi
Portland Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
7/10
Portland High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
50% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$563,000 – $681,000
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