"SKY ROCK" -Stunning, one of a kind, 1939 vintage cut stone and cedar shingle home with dramatic 4 story custom glass tower offering panoramic views of the surrounding private 9.67 acres w/2 ponds & extensive prof. landscaping incl. 1 mile of interior roads & walking trails. Like your own pvt retreat w/multiple stone terraces; custom Belvedere set near the house at the highest point for commanding views; cast iron gazebo for pond side parties; & adj. Seth Low Pierrepont State Park w/300+ acres and further opportunities for hiking, fishing, and non-motorized water sports; yet all just approx. 1 hour to NY. The home is an architectural masterpiece, designed by the late Manhattan architect Leigh H. French, Jr. for Mr. and Mrs. John P. Duncan, grandson of John Duncan's Sons, Agents NY, the original importer of Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce in 1839 which became the best selling condiment in the USA. In addition to the slate and copper roof, this quintessential CT country estate offers 4,238 sf, 4-5 BRs, main floor MBR suite, 4/1 bths, & 4 fplcs including the double sided fplc serving the MBR & adj. exterior stone patio. Most impressive stair tower extending from the hand cut field stone lower entry, through the 2nd and 3rd stories, to the phenomenal tower observatory w/beamed & vaulted timbered ceiling & walls of windows. Owned & adored by the current owners since 1976, this special home has been continuously maintained and improved reflecting true pride of ownership.
Single-familyProperty Type
1939Year Built
9.67 acresLot Size
$455Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Laura Ancona• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Bought with Laura Ancona• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source:Smart MLS #170095504
Redfin Estimate
$1,928,076
$913K since sold in November 2018$51K since July
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This home's estimate is 45.1% higher than the average sale price ($1.33M) of 6 comparable homes.