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Sold for $949,000 on 10/02/24
  • $949,000

    70 Limekiln Road, Redding, CT 06896

    4beds
    2,323sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1730
    2.05 Acres Lot
    $1,125,600 Zestimate®
    $409/sqft
    $5,490 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Once in a lifetime opportunity to own the enchanting estate of the iconic & beloved Mary Travers, part of the legendary trio, Peter, Paul & Mary, famous for such songs as the 1963 hit "Puff the Magic Dragon" & "Leaving on a Jet Plane". Mary found peace, tranquility & inspiration in this historic 1730 farmhouse, where she lived from 1966 until her death in 2009. This artistic antique will delight with authentic wide board floors, exposed beams, & 2 original fireplaces, plus magnificent post & beam great room addition with soaring vaulted ceilings, massive stone fireplace, built-in book shelves, & French doors to the "secret gardens". There is beauty to behold in all directions with abundant perennial flowers & mature trees; steps up to the in-ground pool & pool shed; delightful "summer house" with stone fireplace; stone walls, walkways, & more. Total 2,323 sf in the main home with 1st floor primary suite featuring fireplace, full bath, WIC, & French doors opening to a secluded wisteria covered porch with magical views of the recirculating waterfall & pond; plus second floor with 3 additional inviting bedrooms & shared hall bath. The main level also features the bright kitchen with beamed/vaulted ceiling, AGA stove, & whimsical soapstone sink, plus light filled breakfast area, built-ins & adjoining butler's pantry/laundry. This rambling estate also boasts a 1,058 sf, two story, 1 BR guest cottage with kitchen, sitting room & full bath, currently rented. Estate being sold as-is.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: October 02, 2024 at 10:15am

    Listed by:

    Laura Ancona,

    William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

    Bought with:

    Karla Murtaugh, RES.0766790

    Compass Connecticut, LLC

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24028721MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Balcony/Deck, Beamed Ceilings, Fireplace, French Doors, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 376 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16 x 23.5
    Bedroom
    • Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 264 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16 x 16.5
    Bedroom
    • Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wide Board Floor
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 126 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10.5 x 12
    Bedroom
    • Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wide Board Floor
    • Level: Upper
    • Area: 93.75 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 7.5 x 12.5
    Dining room
    • Features: Beamed Ceilings, Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 132 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11 x 12
    Great room
    • Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Fireplace, French Doors, Wide Board Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 740 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20 x 37
    Kitchen
    • Features: Bay/Bow Window, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Nook, Granite Counters, Wide Board Floor
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 256.5 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13.5 x 19
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Oil
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan
    • Doors: French Doors
    • Basement: Partial,Unfinished
    • Attic: None
    • Number of fireplaces: 3
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,323
    • Total interior livable area: 2,323 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,323

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: None
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Garden, Lighting, Stone Wall
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: Vinyl, In Ground
    Lot
    • Size: 2.05 Acres
    • Features: Level, Landscaped, Rolling Slope
    Details
    • Additional structures: Shed(s), Guest House
    • Parcel number: 270265
    • Zoning: R-2

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Antique,Farm House
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1730

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Well

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Redding
    • Subdivision: West Redding
    Services availability
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