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Sold for $3,675,000 on 10/18/23
  • $3,675,000

    281 Old Sachems Head Road, Guilford, CT 06437

    6beds
    7,655sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2005
    2.22 Acres Lot
    $4,315,900 Zestimate®
    $480/sqft
    $6,631 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    Sachems Head is one of New England’s renowned coastal gems — and this home is among its crown jewels. With 6 bedrooms/5.1 baths, this custom-built, 7,655 sq-ft home occupies 2.22 acres of waterfront on Joshua Cove. Each room showcases architectural and construction excellence, from Brazilian cherrywood flooring and built-in shelving to triple-pane windows and a turret’s curved mahogany wood staircase leading to a rooftop deck with amazing vistas. The main floor is smartly divided, with the dining room, living room, home office, mudroom, powder room, and one of two primary bedrooms on one wing. The other wing features the gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets, large cherry-topped island, 5-burner Wolf gas range, Wolf double wall ovens, 2 Sub-Zero refrigerators, 2 sinks, and wine cooler, plus a built-in banquette dining area. Adjacent are the craft room and family room, which leads to both a sunroom and a spectacular bluestone deck overlooking the private yard, gardens, and waterfront. The second floor includes another primary bedroom, with a semicircular wall of windows, and spacious bath. Two of the other 4 bedrooms have their own full baths; the other 2 share one bath. This level also includes a waterfront-facing great room, exercise room, and laundry room. Value-added amenities include propane hydro air HVAC, on demand hot water, ERV air exchanger, generator, heated 2-car garage with electric-car charger, barn, irrigation, and security system. NOT in a flood zone.

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: July 09, 2024 at 08:18pm

    Listed by:

    Susan Woods 203-215-8676,

    William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-245-6700,

    Barbara Goetsch 203-927-7146,

    William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

    Bought with:

    Eric Ryalls, RES.0824722

    William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170570602MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 6
    • Full bathrooms: 5
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: High Ceilings, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 441.8 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 23.5 x 18.8
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: High Ceilings, Balcony/Deck, Ceiling Fan(s), Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 296.01 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14.3 x 20.7
    Bedroom
    • Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 319.5 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15 x 21.3
    Bedroom
    • Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Wall/Wall Carpet
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 295.84 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17.2 x 17.2
    Bedroom
    • Features: High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 353.54 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19.11 x 18.5
    Bedroom
    • Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Full Bath, Wall/Wall Carpet
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 261 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18 x 14.5
    Dining room
    • Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 306 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18 x 17
    Family room
    • Features: High Ceilings, Balcony/Deck, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 430.92 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17.1 x 25.2
    Great room
    • Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor, Wet Bar
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 442.8 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 21.6 x 20.5
    Kitchen
    • Features: High Ceilings, Breakfast Nook, Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor, Kitchen Island
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 400.44 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18.8 x 21.3
    Living room
    • Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 469.8 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 27 x 17.4
    Office
    • Features: High Ceilings, Balcony/Deck, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Wall/Wall Carpet
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 276.12 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15.6 x 17.7
    Other
    • Features: High Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 144.21 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11 x 13.11
    Other
    • Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 450.66 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 22.2 x 20.3
    Heating
    • Hydro Air, Propane
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Water Heater
    • Laundry: Upper Level, Mud Room
    Features
    • Sound System, Open Floorplan, Wired for Sound
    • Doors: French Doors
    • Windows: Thermopane Windows
    • Basement: Full,Unfinished,Concrete,Storage Space
    • Number of fireplaces: 3
    • Fireplace features: Insert
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 7,655
    • Total interior livable area: 7,655 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 7,655

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Private, Circular Driveway, Paved
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch
    • Exterior features: Balcony, Garden, Lighting
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    • Waterfront features: Waterfront, Access, Water Community
    Lot
    • Size: 2.22 Acres
    • Features: Open Lot, Landscaped
    Details
    • Additional structures: Barn(s)
    • Parcel number: 1116715
    • Zoning: R-5
    • Other equipment: Generator

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 2005

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Public
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Windows

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Security System
    Community
    • Community features: Golf, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Private Rec Facilities, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
    Location
    • Region: Guilford
    • Subdivision: Sachems Head
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