13 Mud Pond Rd, South Kent, CT 06785

Uninterrupted VIEWS and privacy, protected by land trusts / conservancy on 50+ acres in South Kent! Superbly located on a town maintained, scenic road surrounded by established country estates. Incredible opportunity to expand the existing 3 bed cottage or use it as a guest house and build your dream home on a higher elevation to capture further views and magnificent sunsets! The property abuts Long Mountain-Mud Pond Preserve which is a 400 acre network of conservancy lands. The unique features of this land include level areas for a lawn and swimming pool, multiple sites for a new / additional house, trails through the trees, stone walls, gently sloping hills, a Large Barn and direct waterfront access to Mud Pond. Opportunity to sub-divide or enjoy tax advantages by donating part of the acreage to a Land Trust, thus ensuring unspoiled views for generations. Located only a few minutes drive south of the picturesque village of Kent for galleries, restaurants, shops, etc. This property presents opportunities to subdivide & consists of two lots: 39.36 acres in Kent; 12.5 acres in New Milford. Easy access to NYC via rte 22 and Wingdale train station. The land is steeped in history, having previously been owned by one family for several generations. In the past, part of the land was used for night pastures and the property has been discussed in detail by Adam Halasi Kun in his book entitled "The Unknown Right."

The house is recently decorated with LePage windows, a well appointed kitchen with Subzero fridge, Fisher & Paykel dishwasher. Central air. Study/den leads to a screened-in porch. 39.36 acres in Kent; Property Tax: $3,877; Mil Rate: 18.57; Assessed value: $208,800. 12.5 acres in New Milford; Property Tax: $97; Mil Rate: 28.35; Assessed value: $3,410. Related MLS #24002052