About the Home
Tucked behind a long private drive in the heart of Southport Village, "The Cottage" is a rare and enchanting coastal retreat that captures the serenity of another time. Built c1919 by architect William S. Sloan as his personal home-Sloan was a decorated WWI veteran and grandson of DL&W Railroad president and Citibank founder Sam Sloan-this timeless haven blends heritage with ease. Set on 2.35 park-like acres just steps from the beach, it offers a quiet elegance with a wraparound screened porch made for morning coffee and evening conversations. Inside, sunlit rooms, a first-floor primary suite, and original architectural details echo the home's soulful past, while updated interiors provide comfort for modern living. A place to gather, breathe, and reconnect-with nature, loved ones, and life's simpler rhythms. Outside, enjoy a tranquil pool, tennis court, enclosed vegetable garden, and even a peach tree. A charming guest cottage invites extended stays or private escapes. Walk to Southport Beach, the train, and the village. This is coastal living with history, heart, and soul.
Rooms & Interior
Room Details
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Kitchen (Main Level)
Bay/Bow Window, Breakfast Nook, Hardwood Floor
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Bedroom (Other Level)
Hardwood Floor
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Den (Main Level)
Hardwood Floor
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Living Room (Main Level)
Vaulted Ceiling, Book Shelves, Built-Ins, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
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Dining Room (Main Level)
Vaulted Ceiling, Hardwood Floor
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Primary Bedroom (Main Level)
Built-Ins, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Full Bath, Interior Balcony, Hardwood Floor
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
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Loft (Upper Level)
Hardwood Floor
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Living Room (Main Level)
Vaulted Ceiling, Book Shelves, Built-Ins, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
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Dining Room (Main Level)
Vaulted Ceiling, Hardwood Floor
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Primary Bedroom (Main Level)
Built-Ins, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Full Bath, Interior Balcony, Hardwood Floor
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
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Loft (Upper Level)
Hardwood Floor
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Office (Upper Level)
Book Shelves, Hardwood Floor
Home Features
Heating
- Fireplaces: 1
- Heating: hot water
- Heat fuel type: natural gas
Appliances
- Cook top
- Wall oven
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Washer
- Dryer
Attic
- Unfinished
- Storage space
- Walk-up
Basement
- Full
- Unfinished
- Interior access
- Full with hatchway
Laundry
- Location: kitchen
- Main level
Energy Features
- Storm doors
- Storm windows
Exterior Features
- Porch-wrap around
- Porch-screened
- Porch-enclosed
- Guest house
- Patio
- Balcony
- Tennis court
- Fruit trees
- Porch
- Garden area
- Covered deck
- Underground sprinkler
Property Details
Parking
- Garage spaces: 3
- Detached garage
- Paved
- Driveway
Waterfront
- Walk to water
- Beach rights
Lot Details
- Lot surface: 2.35 acres
- Fence - wood
- Fence - partial
- Fence - chain link
- Some wetlands
- Level lot
Utilities
- Water: public water connected
- Sewage: septic, cesspool
Near-by Amenities
- Golf course
- Health club
- Library
- Park
- Playground/tot lot
- Private school(s)
- Private rec facilities
Construction Details
- Style
- cottage, farm house
- Construction year
- 1919
- Exterior Siding
- shingle, wood
- Foundation
- block, stone
- Roof
- asphalt shingle
Area & Town
This home is located in Southport neighborhood, in the town of Fairfield.
- $1.31M med. price
- 8 homes for sale
- $887K med. price
- 149 homes for sale
Finance & Listing Info
Status |
Closed |
Listing date |
June 25, 2025 |
Closed date |
August 01, 2025 |
Days on market |
37 days |
List price |
$ 3,500,000 |
Close price |
$ 3,500,000 |
Sale-to-list ratio |
100% |
Tax amount |
$ 47,127 |
Tax year |
july 2025-june 2026 |
Financing used |
Withheld |
MLS ID |
#24106604 |
List Agent |
Michelle Genovesi |
List Office |
William Raveis Real Estate |
(c) 2025 Based on information provided to and compiled by the Smart MLS, Inc.
1226 Pequot Avenue
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