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Sold for $655,000 on 11/21/23
  • $655,000

    8 Barnes Road, Canaan, CT 06031

    2beds
    576sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1971
    75 Acres Lot
    $681,700 Zestimate®
    $1,137/sqft
    $2,051 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Welcome to the off-the-grid, nature-lover's paradise! This two-bedroom, one-bathroom camp situated on the eighteenth highest apex in the state offers breath-taking views overlooking the valley below. The possibilities are endless with this 75-acre property currently used as a camp for hunting. Built in 1971, this house had the outdoorsmen in mind during construction. The camp is run on a gasoline generator for electricity and wood stove for heat. It also features a propane oven/range, propane/electrical refrigerator, and propane incinerator for waste. Peace, tranquility, and one with nature. This property offers possibilities for investors/developers who want to take advantage of the serene landscape for possible subdivision or the new owner can choose to continue the zoning as forestry and to preserve this slice of heaven for gaming. Please note, 8 Barnes Rd (approx. 50 acres) is being sold with adjacent property known as Rt. 63 for an additional 25 acres, totally approximately 75 acres. Seller is offering owner-financing. Residential/Agricultural Zone-allowable uses in this zone include: Open Space, Agriculture (by right), Single Family home (with permit) Uses allowed with a special permit: Two Family, Residential Compound (no more than 4 dwellings), Day Care/Kennel, School, Cemetery, Non-profit facility, Club. Property may be subdivided if process followed to do so.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: December 20, 2023 at 11:06am

    Listed by:

    Lisa L. Novakowski,

    Better Living Realty, LLC

    Bought with:

    Diane L. Carroll, RES.0781868

    The Washington Agency

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170449026MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Bedroom
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    Bathroom
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Wood/Coal Stove, Wood
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, No Hot Water
    Features
    • Basement: Crawl Space,None
    • Attic: None
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 576
    • Total interior livable area: 576 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 576

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Unpaved, Off Street, Private, Driveway
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Exterior features: Balcony
    Lot
    • Size: 75 Acres
    • Features: Split Possible, Additional Land Avail., Secluded, Borders Open Space, Wooded
    Details
    • Parcel number: 801274
    • Zoning: R80

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: A-Frame,Cottage
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Slab
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1971

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Other
    • Water: None

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Falls Village
    • Subdivision: Falls Village
    Services availability
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