Nestled privately in Salem's southwest corner, this dream retreat sits adjacent 200+ acres of Salem Land Trust property. A grand front porch greets you, offering a perfect perch to enjoy the surroundings. Inside, find a bright, open plan with traditional log walls and beamed ceilings. Great flow starts in the living room with fireplace and wood stove insert. Large windows bathe the room with light offering great views of the grounds. A well-planned, granite-topped kitchen with stainless appliances opens to the dining room. A first-floor bedroom, full bath, and laundry with new washer/dryer complete the main level. Upstairs, find three additional bedrooms, including the primary with a "Jack and Jill" cherry/travertine bath. Immaculately maintained, find refinished hardwoods throughout, and porcelain kitchen/baths. Windows, exterior doors, and even the garage door are updated, and exterior painted 2022. Sound mechanicals include oil heat/hot water and central air. Rock solid inside, and the outside is breathtaking. The rear deck overlooks this property and adjacent Salem Land Trust - a dream for equestrians, farm hobbyists, or naturalists. A 36x24 post & beam barn/workshop with loft has 220-amp service. A second barn with a 16 x12 run-in stall and storage space has a fenced paddock and surrounding fenced pasture. Located 2 miles from Fox Hopyard golf and minutes to conveniences 20 and 40 minutes to Groton/New London and Hartford. Tranquil, but not isolated and just perfect.
While the property is fenced, the buyer assumes responsibility for ensuring integrity for their animals.
Single-familyProperty Type
1985Year Built
3.26 acresLot Size
$300Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Nancy Mesham• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Alicia Langeway• NextHome Elite Realty
Source:Smart MLS #24025626
Redfin Estimate
$605,598
$61K since sold in July 2024$0 since September
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This home's estimate is 15.8% higher than the average sale price ($523K) of 6 comparable homes.
This home’s lovely private, park-like fenced setting with an impressive stone walkway entrance, stone walls and beautifully landscaped yard welcomes you and your pets to your home retreat. Inside are four bedrooms and two full baths, an open floor plan, including granite counters, porcelain tile flooring and stone backsplash in the kitchen; the dining area overlooks the lawn and front gardens and a central fireplace with wood insert in the large living room keeps you cozy and provides ambiance. Potential for a main level bedroom, but currently used as an office. Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms, with plenty of closet space, and a “Jack and Jill” stone tiled bathroom with granite counters. Updated windows, including two bay windows, add plenty of light and ventilation throughout the house. The barn, fitted with vintage style hardware and beautifully landscaped with stone walkways, has a sliding door to the 16.7 x 12 area with plenty of room for hay and grain storage, or may be modified to a second stall, and a welcoming Dutch door to the adjacent 16.7 x 12 run-in stall with a large wooden fenced dry lot paddock, three fenced pasture paddocks for plenty of grazing. A two story detached workshop is a generous 32.1 x 24, wired with 220 amp service, has a standing wood stove for heating, and includes a heated kennel with a large 6 foot high chain linked fenced run in area behind the workshop, allowing your pets to have freedom and still be kept warm when you are away.
There is room for family and entertaining friends either on the open deck or the covered front porch, both which overlook the landscaped yards and paddocks. Freshly stained and painted, inside and out, this home is move-in ready. This versatile property has enough acreage for hobby farming -- grow your own produce (or more flowers) in the large raised vegetable garden bed, bring your chickens, livestock and dogs, or just enjoy the beautiful private setting! Centrally located with easy access to Routes 2, 11, 82 and 85; 10 minutes from Devil’s Hopyard State Park and Nature Conservancy land for ample opportunities to hike, bike and/or ride your horse. Plan a showing today to see how you can make this home your own. Rear lot, house not visible from road. Please do not drive onto the property without an appointment.
Public Records
Dec 4, 2017
Sold
$339,500
$168/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 20, 1997
Sold
$220,000
$109/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 23, 1989
Sold
$195,000
$97/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$6,402 (−2.2%)
$46,700 + $175,600
$222,300
2021
$6,543
$44,700 + $158,500
$203,200
2020
$6,543
$44,700 + $158,500
$203,200
2019
$6,543
$44,700 + $158,500
$203,200
2018
$6,543 (+7.2%)
$44,700 + $158,500
$203,200
2017
$6,105 (+2.2%)
$44,700 + $144,900
$189,600
2016
$5,975 (+1.9%)
$49,100 + $139,400
$188,500
2014
$5,862 (+3.3%)
$49,100 + $139,400
$188,500
2012
$5,674
$49,100 + $139,400
$188,500
Tax history for 266 West Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$6,402 (−2.2%)
$46,700 + $175,600
$222,300
2021
$6,543
$44,700 + $158,500
$203,200
2020
$6,543
$44,700 + $158,500
$203,200
2019
$6,543
$44,700 + $158,500
$203,200
2018
$6,543 (+7.2%)
$44,700 + $158,500
$203,200
2017
$6,105 (+2.2%)
$44,700 + $144,900
$189,600
2016
$5,975 (+1.9%)
$49,100 + $139,400
$188,500
2014
$5,862 (+3.3%)
$49,100 + $139,400
$188,500
2012
$5,674
$49,100 + $139,400
$188,500
*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
3.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,016
Year built
1985
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New London County
APN
1562702
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 14, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Under House Garage, Driveway
Garages Number: 2
Parking Information
Parking Total Spaces: 8
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 6
Laundry Room Location: Main level
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 4
Room Information
Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Storage, Garage Access, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Full With Walk-Out