For sale for the first time in decades, this remarkable center chimney Colonial, The Daniel Burton House, is graciously set on 4 pastoral acres. This property is on of the most beautiful roads in Portland and it is truly a magical setting - you can feel it as soon as you pull in the driveway. With 2538 sf of living space, the layout successfully blends history and modern living, the best of both worlds. There are 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 4 fireplaces, a large living room, classic dining room, an enchanting den/library with a screen porch plus a welcoming family room addition off the kitchen. There are two additional rooms in the attic. The over-sized two car barn garage was built in 2011 with a large separate workspace side building perfect for crafts, small farming, wood working or other hobbies. Town records say built in 1780; historical records make 1757 more likely. Family oral history has that it was once part of the Underground Railroad. Make your appointment today to tour this very special place! This is an estate so only has the Lead Disclosure. Trustee cannot say if all fireplaces are in working order. Audio visual equipment present.
For sale
$499,900
126 Penfield Hill Road, Portland, CT 06480
4beds
2,538sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1780
3.64 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$197/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Pastoral acresMagical settingScreen porchClassic dining roomWelcoming family roomBeautiful roads
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Listing updated: 18 hours ago
Listed by:
Georgia W. Newcomb,
Houlihan Lawrence WD
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24104437

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 91 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 13
Dining room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Family room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Fireplace, Slate Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 19
Library
- Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Fireplace
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 18
Living room
- Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Fireplace
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 25
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Attic: Finished,Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,538
- Total interior livable area: 2,538 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,538
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Garden
Lot
- Size: 3.64 Acres
- Features: Farm, Level, Cleared, Open Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1033166
- Zoning: RR
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1780
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Penfield Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $197/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $233,660
- Annual tax amount: $8,015
- Date on market: 6/23/2025
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