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Sold for $745,000 on 03/19/25
  • $745,000

    40 University Drive, Torrington, CT 06790

    4beds
    2,766sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1810
    10 Acres Lot
    $753,800 Zestimate®
    $269/sqft
    $4,327 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Welcome to the Lorraine Thrall House, a historically significant 1810 Greek Revival home. The home is located on a bucolic country road in the Litchfield Hills. This elegant home sits on ten+ idyllic acres with magical landscaped gardens, mature specimen trees and a babbling brook. There are 2 large barns suitable for livestock, hay storage or reimagined as the party barn of your dreams. Iconic architectural details throughout, hardwood floors, tin ceilings and original door moldings and trim. This beautiful house boasts 4 bedrooms, 2 full & 2 1/2 bathrooms, a generously-sized, remodeled kitchen; a formal living room; a den with a fireplace, and a large classic dining room with french doors that lead to an outdoor stone terrace. The house has been run in the last year as a successful Airbnb and wedding venue known as "Derbyshire Farm". A true gem of an antique that has been well maintained over the years. This stunning property has endless possibilities and is waiting on the next owners to make it their dream home.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 19, 2025 at 08:31am

    Listed by:

    The Rick Distel Team at Compass,

    Compass Connecticut, LLC,

    Listing Agent: Julie Einhorn, Co-Listing Agent: Rick Distel,

    Compass Connecticut, LLC

    Bought with:

    Amy Lapierre, RES.0813915

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24055584MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Oil
    Cooling
    • Wall Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Doors: French Doors
    • Basement: Full
    • Attic: Walk-up
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,766
    • Total interior livable area: 2,766 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,766

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Covered
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Terrace
    • Exterior features: Fruit Trees, Garden, Stone Wall
    • Waterfront features: Waterfront, Brook
    Lot
    • Size: 10 Acres
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Additional structures: Barn(s), Stable(s)
    • Parcel number: 887398
    • Zoning: R60
    • Horses can be raised: Yes
    • Horse amenities: Paddocks

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Clapboard
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1810

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Golf, Health Club, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Shopping/Mall
    Location
    • Region: Torrington
    • Subdivision: Drakeville
    Services availability
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