Merrywood is a signature residence within the town of Simsbury. This white brick, slate roofed Georgian Colonial resides in the middle of a 4.8 acres of park like grounds and gardens framed with majestic oak and tall white pines. Designed and constructed in 1939 by a Swedish architect, it offers fine craftsmanship and a sturdiness reflecting this period. It has been upgraded with modern HVAC and fully insulated to rigid standards. The kitchen and Butler's Pantry of granite and stainless steel service a formal dining room and family room. A large living room, library, sun room, entry vestibule, office and two fireplaces complete the first level featuring original hardwood floors throughout. Two staircases lead to the second floor of four sunny ensuite bedroms and laundry, all equipped with an original annunciation system. The basement area includes a wine cellar, a second laundry, craft area and small day bedroom. On the grounds are five garages, one of which is climate controlled, a Lord and Burnham greenhouse,large circular drive. All located in a distinctive & charming Town and voted by Money Magazine as one of the best towns in the U.S. to live in! OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULED FOR 2/12 CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER.
Single-familyProperty Type
1939Year Built
4.8 acresLot Size
$284Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 car garageParking
Listed by Joan Ducharme• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Bought with Rosemary Russo• Century 21 AllPoints Realty
Source:Smart MLS #G10148987
Redfin Estimate
$1,135,475
$449K since sold in June 2017$10K since August
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This home's estimate is 38.5% higher than the average sale price ($820K) of 6 comparable homes.
Exterior Features: Breezeway, Porch-Enclosed, Storage Building
Lot Information
Lot Description: Level Lot, Lightly Wooded, Secluded, Treed
Building Information
Color: White
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Driveway Type: Circular, Gravel, Paved
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $304,530
Rental Information
Lease Purchase YN: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
Heat Type: Hot Air, Hydro Air
Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Energy Features: Generator, Thermopane Windows
Electric Amperage: 200
Location
School Information
High School: Simsbury
Elementary School: PBOE
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: Rt. 185 is Hartford Rd. Just past Folly Farms on left if coming from Simsbury. Look for two stone pillars at entrance to property. Sign posted.
County: Hartford
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,062
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.75 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1939
Year Renovated: 1987
County: Hartford County
APN: 699491
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
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Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 1
Around this home
Schools
Latimer Lane School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.4mi
9/10
Henry James Memorial School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
Simsbury High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
10/10
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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 97° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 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 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$1.08M – $1.31M
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