Own a piece of American history in historic Newtown, Connecticut. The Benjamin Curtiss house c. 1747, built by one of Newtown’s Founding Fathers and located in the Sandy Hook section of Newtown is a three-story, classic center-chimney colonial, whose spacious rooms feature beautifully handcrafted wainscoted woodwork reflecting the status of its original owner. The home features three bedrooms with two and half bathrooms and boasts seven fireplaces!Both house and property have been meticulously maintained and enhanced by the current owners over the last twenty years. The property has several stone walls and a formal English garden and was exclusively featured by the Newtown Historical Society’s annual “Home and Garden Tour” as recently as 2018. A woodland path with views of where the Pootatuck River and Lake Zoar meet are among some of the many attractions that make this home so uniquely desirable. The home’s historic provenance has been exquisitely preserved by the owners with a museum curator’s eye for detail; beautifully renovated chef’s kitchen and updated baths enhance a modern living space, all while aligning with the home’s stunning antique character and aesthetic. An antique lover’s must-see in Sandy Hook! Please note that garden artifacts including troughs are excluded from sale but may be purchased separately. Moments to the quaint village of Sandy Hook. Simply spectacular.
Sold for $687,000 on 10/31/22
$687,000
211 Walnut Tree Hill Road, Newtown, CT 06482
3beds
2,441sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1747
1.51 Acres Lot
$777,300 Zestimate®
$281/sqft
$4,500 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 31, 2022 at 10:16am
Listed by:
Bill Whitehead,
Vincent & Whittemore Real Estate,
John Talley,
Vincent & Whittemore Real Estate
Bought with:
Bill Whitehead, REB.0756402
Vincent & Whittemore Real Estate
John Talley
Vincent & Whittemore Real Estate
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170507020

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 247.34 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.9 x 16.6
Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 111.36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.7 x 12.8
Bedroom
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 247.34 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.9 x 16.6
Dining room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 250.12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.8 x 16.9
Family room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 364 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 28
Kitchen
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Nook, L-Shaped, Remodeled, Skylight
- Level: Main
- Area: 148.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.6 x 14
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 250.12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.8 x 16.9
Other
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Upper
- Area: 63.99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7.9 x 8.1
Rec play room
- Features: Fireplace, Stone Floor
- Level: Lower
- Area: 257.18 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.4 x 16.7
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven/Range, Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Smart Thermostat
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Concrete
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 7
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,441
- Total interior livable area: 2,441 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,441
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Private, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Terrace
- Exterior features: Garden, Stone Wall
- Fencing: Full
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, River Front
Lot
- Size: 1.51 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Level, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 209239
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1747
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Golf, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Stables/Riding
Location
- Region: Sandy Hook
- Subdivision: Sandy Hook
Services availability

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