" Blendon Hall " is a grand waterfront Italianate Estate designed by Charles Platt, built in 1902, set amidst 16 acres of historic terraced gardens, with pool and pool house, guesthouse, equestrian center, tennis court, old Rose gardens and boxwood maze overlooking magical Selden Cove. French doors, fabulous period details, arched passages, 7 fireplaces, numerous Master suites, au pair suite, hidden walkways and a permitted dock with boat house are among the many features to enjoy amidst the updated Renaissance splendor. Lawn and hidden gardens sweeping to Selden's Cove. A definite one of a kind opportunity to relive the renaissance! Close to farmer’s markets, museums, yoga, golf, sailing, paddle tennis, marinas and galleries. Only two hours to New York City and Boston.
Sold for $3,400,000 on 07/22/23
$3,400,000
22 Selden Road, Lyme, CT 06371
8beds
6,784sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1902
17 Acres Lot
$3,829,900 Zestimate®
$501/sqft
$4,858 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,829,900
$3.18M - $4.56M
$4,858/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 22, 2023 at 06:28am
Listed by:
James Childs 860-501-2110,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 860-767-7488
Bought with:
Jennifer Caulfield, RES.0360692
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170572237
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 7
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace, Full Bath
- Level: Upper
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 15
Bedroom
- Features: Fireplace, Full Bath
- Level: Upper
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 16
Bedroom
- Features: Fireplace, Full Bath
- Level: Upper
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 12
Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Dressing Room, Fireplace, Full Bath
- Level: Upper
- Area: 324 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 18
Dining room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Main
- Area: 540 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 27
Family room
- Features: Bookcases, Fireplace
- Level: Main
- Area: 578 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 34
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 19
Living room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Main
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 21
Heating
- Steam, Zoned, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Cooktop, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Mud Room
Features
- Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan
- Basement: Partial
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 7
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,784
- Total interior livable area: 6,784 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,784
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Private, Circular Driveway, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Breezeway, Garden, Tennis Court(s)
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Above Ground
- Fencing: Partial,Stone
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Access, Dock or Mooring
Lot
- Size: 17 Acres
- Features: Wetlands, Few Trees, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Guest House, Stable(s), Pool House
- Parcel number: 1520889
- Zoning: R12
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Paddocks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1902
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Golf, Health Club, Library, Paddle Tennis, Private School(s), Stables/Riding, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Lyme
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/22/2023 | Sold | $3,400,000-8%$501/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #170572237 | ||
| 7/10/2023 | Pending sale | $3,695,000$545/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170572237 | ||
| 6/5/2023 | Contingent | $3,695,000$545/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170572237 | ||
| 5/24/2023 | Listed for sale | $3,695,000+147.2%$545/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170572237 | ||
| 9/11/2015 | Sold | $1,495,000$220/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #M9135458 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $30,159 -5.6% | $2,079,900 -5.6% |
| 2024 | $31,962 -29.6% | $2,204,300 -5.3% |
| 2023 | $45,388 +48.1% | $2,327,600 +51.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06371
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Mile Creek SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 10.6 mi
- 8/10Lyme-Old Lyme Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.9 mi
- 8/10Lyme-Old Lyme High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lyme Consolidated
- High: Lyme-Old Lyme
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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