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Sold for $5,250,000 on 12/15/23
  • $5,250,000

    43 Contentment Island Road, Darien, CT 06820

    4beds
    6,454sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1962
    1.24 Acres Lot
    $5,906,300 Zestimate®
    $813/sqft
    $31,100 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Nestled on Contentment Island in Tokeneke, this meticulously renovated Nantucket-style colonial sits on 1.24 acres of manicured grounds with seasonal water views and direct Long Island Sound water frontage with boat mooring. A grand 2-story foyer and stately staircase welcomes guests to a formal living room with French doors to the terrace and one of four fireplaces which leads to a sophisticated library with gorgeous wood detail. State of the art kitchen with over-sized marble island, Sub-Zero fridge, two dishwashers and wet bar opens to dining room and family room. French doors line the light-filled dining room and open to the stone terrace with firepit, heated swimming pool and professionally landscaped gardens. An ideal open floor plan for entertaining and today’s living. Adjacent great room with large built-ins and fireplace provides another space to host family and friends. The temperature controlled 1,000-bottle wine cellar and mudroom with custom storage completes the main level. Luxurious primary bedroom suite with two balconies, spa-like bathroom and his/hers walk in closets. Three additional generous bedrooms all boast en-suite baths. This beautiful home has style and elegance all in a spectacular setting! (Generator included.)

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: December 17, 2023 at 06:30am

    Listed by:

    Deb Hidy,

    Houlihan Lawrence

    Bought with:

    Kristin M. Nemec, RCR.0795032

    William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170600230MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 6
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Balcony/Deck, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 594 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 27 x 22
    Bedroom
    • Features: Full Bath
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 299 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13 x 23
    Bedroom
    • Features: Full Bath
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 510 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17 x 30
    Bedroom
    • Features: Full Bath
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 375 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 25 x 15
    Dining room
    • Features: High Ceilings, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 836 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 22 x 38
    Family room
    • Features: Fireplace
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 294 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 21 x 14
    Great room
    • Features: High Ceilings, Balcony/Deck, Built-in Features, Fireplace, French Doors
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 325 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 25 x 13
    Kitchen
    • Features: Remodeled, High Ceilings, Wet Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 506 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 22 x 23
    Library
    • Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 345 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 23 x 15
    Living room
    • Features: High Ceilings, Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 726 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 33 x 22
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Oil
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Subzero, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
    • Laundry: Upper Level, Mud Room
    Features
    • Sound System, Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer
    • Doors: French Doors
    • Basement: Partial
    • Attic: Pull Down Stairs
    • Number of fireplaces: 4
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 6,454
    • Total interior livable area: 6,454 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 6,454

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Garden, Rain Gutters, Lighting, Underground Sprinkler
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: Heated, Gunite
    • Fencing: Full
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    • Waterfront features: Waterfront, Access, Water Community, Walk to Water
    Lot
    • Size: 1.24 Acres
    • Features: Cul-De-Sac, In Flood Zone, Landscaped
    Details
    • Parcel number: 109214
    • Zoning: R-1

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Wood
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1962

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Security System
    Location
    • Region: Darien
    • Subdivision: Tokeneke

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $2,498 annually
    • Services included: Security, Snow Removal, Road Maintenance
    Services availability