This Quaint Antique Cottage sits in an enchanting setting bordering the East Aspetuck River with two waterfalls on the property. It's so soothing to enjoy the sites and sounds! Circa 1860 this Gem is hidden near the charming New England Village of New Preston and is a easy walk to cafe's, a wine bar, a gourmet candy store, several high end boutiques and antique shops as well as a fresh farm to table food market. The original floor plan consists of the kitchen with a deck added on in 1989 to access the magical riverside, a dining room with a wall of bookshelves and a view of the water flowing by, living room has a formal entrance from the old fashion front covered porch. All of the rooms have the original wood floors and post and beams. A small Den on the first floor is perfect as an office. The cottage's full bath is on the first floor with a stackable washer and dryer near by. The light filled second floor with cathedral ceilings features the primary bedroom and a guest bedroom both with closets primary with a loft space. Also on the property sitting right on the stream is a circa 1860 Barn thought to be an old Mill. It's future offers amazing potential for many uses. This is a rare find . It hasn't been on the market in decades. This certainly is a property to cherish and totally a once in a blue moon real estate opportunity. Interior photos are coming soon! All room dimension are approximate and taken from public records.
Sold for $480,000
$480,000
25 East Shore Road, Washington, CT 06777
2beds
1,220sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1860
0.54 Acres Lot
$618,300 Zestimate®
$393/sqft
$2,656 Estimated rent
Home value
$618,300
$550,000 - $705,000
$2,656/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 31, 2023 at 01:38pm
Listed by:
Karen Casey 860-670-2164,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 860-927-1141
Bought with:
Melissa Smith, RES.0804808
Houlihan Lawrence
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170600774
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Den
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Dining room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 18
Kitchen
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 18
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings
- Level: Main
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 25
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Wired for Data
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,220
- Total interior livable area: 1,220 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,220
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Barn
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Stone Wall
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, River Front, Beach Access
Lot
- Size: 0.54 Acres
- Features: Level, Few Trees, In Flood Zone
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Parcel number: 999999999
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1860
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Cesspool
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: New Preston Marble Dale
- Subdivision: New Preston
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2024 | Listing removed | $845,000-4.5%$693/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24050770 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $885,000+84.4%$725/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24050770 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2023 | Sold | $480,000+1.1%$393/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170600774 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2023 | Pending sale | $475,000$389/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170600774 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $475,000$389/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170600774 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,396 +8.3% | $313,040 +8.3% |
| 2024 | $3,137 +16.6% | $289,170 +53.2% |
| 2023 | $2,690 | $188,780 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06777
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Washington Primary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.3 mi
- 8/10Shepaug Valley SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 5.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Washington
- High: Shepaug
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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