This charming home is perfectly situated between the Stony Creek harbor and the Washburn-Weil trail head, which connects to a beautiful system of hiking trails leading to Pine Orchard and Guilford. Perched above the summertime buzz of Thimble Island Road, this 1890 wooden-frame house is one of the oldest buildings on Buena Vista Road. The home offers picture-frame water views of Long Island Sound and the beautiful tidal marsh running nearby. The house receives plentiful morning and afternoon sunlight and the property offers numerous expansion possibilities. The generous third floor, ready for a make-over, provides sweeping views of the Sound. The rear portion of the property abuts Three Elms Road, providing easy rear lot access to the property and presenting opportunities for potential home expansion or addition of an artist’s studio and boat shed. Stony Creek, specifically Buena Vista Road, has a history of attracting creative talent such as painter Susan Weil and sculptor/painter Aaron Kurzen. There is ample talent and sociability among the community here that treasures morning walks by the harbor, soaking in views of the Thimble Islands, and meet-ups at locally-owned shops. A rich local history exists and there are plenty of attractions within walking distance, including: Willoughby Wallace Library, The Stony Creek Museum, The Legacy Theater, The Stony Creek Boating Association, The Congregational Church, as well as the Stony Creek Market and the Stony Creek Package Store. Offered for the first time on the market in 64 years, this much-loved home is now ready for new owners.
Sold for $553,000 on 03/29/24
$553,000
26 Buena Vista Road, Branford, CT 06405
4beds
1,344sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
10,018.8 Square Feet Lot
$755,700 Zestimate®
$411/sqft
$3,695 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 09, 2024 at 08:19pm
Listed by:
John Campbell,
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Bought with:
SK Homes Team at Compass, RES.0802916
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer Agent: Hannah Muppidi
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170609850

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 8
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Living room
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Combination Liv/Din Rm, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 12
Study
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Wired for Data
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Thermopane Windows
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Concrete,Interior Entry
- Attic: Walk-up,Floored
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,344
- Total interior livable area: 1,344 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,344
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Private
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Water Community, Beach Access, Walk to Water
Lot
- Size: 10,018 sqft
- Features: Dry, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1071138
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Doors, Windows
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Basketball Court, Park, Playground
Location
- Region: Branford
- Subdivision: Stony Creek
Services availability

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