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  • $6,500,000

    1 Runkenhage Road, Darien, CT 06820

    6beds
    11,192sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1967
    3.25 Acres Lot
    $8,283,100 Zestimate®
    $581/sqft
    $39,192 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Cove Hill is an iconic property in private Tokeneke Association, beautifully sited high above Scotts Cove with breathtaking views from the home and many property vantage points. Experience the tranquility of a private 3.25 acres with a gated security entrance, sweeping lawn leading to approx. 300ft of water frontage, a new dock, a historic fishing/lounging pier, full-service guest cottage, pool, spacious pool house and a newly rebuilt seawall. The solidly constructed main home is perfect for both informal and formal living featuring high ceilings, handcrafted woodwork, imported materials, and a flexible floor plan. A dramatic front to back reception hall leads to an expansive wrap-around terrace and wide staircase to the main lawn. 1hr from New York City. A very special waterfront property and forever home. Note that cottage and pool house both have a fireplace. Pool house has 2 full/1 half baths and cottage has 1 full bath. FP and additional baths not included in the main listing counts. Per map geo, Main home and pool house are out of the flood zone. Cottage is in the flood zone.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: October 05, 2023 at 06:22am

    Listed by:

    Karen A. Bonner,

    Brown Harris Stevens,

    Robyn Decastro,

    Brown Harris Stevens

    Bought with:

    Nancy Dauk, REB.0161930

    Brown Harris Stevens

    Buyer Agent: Nancy Dauk

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170525247MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 8
    • Full bathrooms: 5
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 3
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Dressing Room, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 399 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19 x 21
    Bedroom
    • Features: Full Bath
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 198 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11 x 18
    Bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 210 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14 x 15
    Bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 216 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12 x 18
    Bedroom
    • Features: High Ceilings, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 528 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 22 x 24
    Bedroom
    • Features: High Ceilings, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 528 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 22 x 24
    Dining room
    • Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor, Sliders
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 504 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 21 x 24
    Family room
    • Features: Half Bath, Hardwood Floor, Sliders
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 272 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17 x 16
    Kitchen
    • Features: Built-in Features, Dining Area, Half Bath, Hardwood Floor, Kitchen Island
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 325 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13 x 25
    Library
    • Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Sliders, Wet Bar
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 323 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17 x 19
    Living room
    • Features: High Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Sliders
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 1024 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 32 x 32
    Office
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 224 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14 x 16
    Other
    • Features: High Ceilings
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 408 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17 x 24
    Rec play room
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 646 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 38 x 17
    Sun room
    • Features: High Ceilings, Bookcases, Sliders
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 425 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17 x 25
    Heating
    • Heat Pump, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: Main Level, Mud Room
    Features
    • Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan
    • Basement: Partial,Crawl Space,Unfinished,Interior Entry,Hatchway Access
    • Attic: Walk-up
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 11,192
    • Total interior livable area: 11,192 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 11,192

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Attached, Private, Circular Driveway, Asphalt
    • Attached garage spaces: 3
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio, Terrace
    • Exterior features: Balcony, Garden, Outdoor Grill, Rain Gutters, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: In Ground, Heated
    • Fencing: Full
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    • Waterfront features: Waterfront, Dock or Mooring
    Lot
    • Size: 3.25 Acres
    • Features: Cul-De-Sac, Split Possible, In Flood Zone
    Details
    • Additional structures: Guest House, Pool House
    • Parcel number: 109249
    • Zoning: R-1
    • Other equipment: Generator

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Georgian Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Slate
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1967

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Security System
    Community
    • Community features: Health Club, Library, Park, Private Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
    Location
    • Region: Darien
    • Subdivision: Tokeneke

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $4,183 annually
    • Amenities included: Park, Security
    • Services included: Security, Road Maintenance
    Services availability