Sophisticated Circa 1787 Antique with 1960's and a 1995 addition on 2 plus bucolic acres. The setting is natural tree lined for privacy. The grounds are so inviting from the slate walkways native shrubs and plantings to the stone terrace and fenced in heated 44 x21 foot inground pool with 2 sheds and detached 2 car garage. The house is just as exciting with 10 rooms with various wide board and random width flooring through-out . the two story 1787 section of the house has original 9 over 6 wavy glass windows and has been lovingly maintained over the years. Formal front to back living room with access to front and rear terrace. Original bee hive fireplace, wide board flooring opens to dining room with its own front entrance and cosmetic fireplace. Above this section is 3 bedrooms full bath.The Galley style kitchen has corian counters with custom Wood mode cabinets. Walk through pantry hall into the 1960's addition that has family room with built-ins, woodstove in fireplace, informal breezeway entrance and steps down to a heated and cooled solarium which has access to back yard, 3 bay windows, built-ins and an amazing custom tiled counter with sink. Then one step up to 1995 addition- Main level primary suite that has raised ceilings wall of windows over looking yard, Custom Built-in Wardrobe closet, full bath with whirlpool, walk in shower and double size vanity. Primary Hallway is flanked by closets that leads to a private study with private entrance. see additional remarks. This is a special property and has been lovingly maintained over the Years. Here is some additional property features: 1960's addition has central air and the 1787 section has an awesome attic fan that circulates air on those hot summer evenings. There is an auto switch generator. recent upgrades: 2 Chimneys repointed one will have new custom chimney cap, in basement oil tank replaced 2022, new well tank, septic rebuilt 1996, as precaution will treat for powder post beetles prior to closing, there is no current activity. water and air Lab test in supplements. 3/4 roof replaced 2018. whole house generator replaced 2019 Chimneys cleaned 2022, new roof deicing cables 2021. See attached supplement information. There is not a property disclosure, this is an Estate. Showing starts May 1, 2022.
Off market
$879,200
34 Poverty Hollow Road, Newtown, CT 06470
4beds
2,815sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1787
2.02 Acres Lot
$879,200 Zestimate®
$312/sqft
$5,557 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 15, 2022 at 01:09pm
Listed by:
Sandy J. Anderson,
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Bought with:
Sandy J. Anderson, REB.0750344
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170485582

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Stall Shower, Tile Floor, Whirlpool Tub
- Level: Main
- Area: 308.76 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.6 x 18.6
Bedroom
- Features: Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 82.65 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.7 x 9.5
Bedroom
- Features: Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 166.65 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.11 x 15
Bedroom
- Features: Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 113.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 12.6
Bathroom
- Features: Tub w/Shower
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 161.46 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.7 x 13.8
Family room
- Features: Fireplace, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Wood Stove
- Level: Main
- Area: 264.69 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.3 x 17.3
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 98.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7.5 x 13.1
Living room
- Features: Country, Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 417.12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.6 x 23.7
Study
- Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 169.32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.2 x 16.6
Sun room
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, Sunken, Vinyl Floor, Wet Bar
- Level: Main
- Area: 221.35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 23.3
Heating
- Radiator, Steam, Oil, Propane
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Partial,Crawl Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,815
- Total interior livable area: 2,815 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,815
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Paved, Private
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Terrace
- Exterior features: Breezeway, Garden, Rain Gutters, Stone Wall
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Vinyl
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 2.02 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Level, Few Trees, Rocky, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 213493
- Zoning: R-2
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1787
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Doors, Windows
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Newtown
- Subdivision: Hattertown
Services availability

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