About the Home
Welcome to the epitome of sophisticated elegance at 48 Dorchester Road. As you ascend the graceful driveway, the declaration "I've arrived" is truly realized in this grand estate where the grandeur of Versailles meets the charm of Darien. This unique residence is replete with architectural surprises, including a hidden main staircase which gracefully leads to an enchanting interior balcony reminiscent of Rapunzel's tower, overlooking the remarkable oval foyer. Elegant glass doors in the foyer open to a picturesque courtyard and a reflecting pool, creating a stunning first impression. The gourmet chef's kitchen is designed for culinary excellence, boasting an oversized marble island, pantry, glass cabinetry, double ovens and a cozy family room w/a casual eating area. Entertain elegantly in the formal living & dining rooms, each adorned with a welcoming fireplace. The wet bar has a refrigerated wine closet which stores up to over 130 bottles. The 1st floor primary suite exudes luxury with its soaring ceilings, his and her walk-in closets, a lavish bathroom featuring a shower with an enclosed bathtub* and a separate sitting room. The bedroom's floor-to-ceiling French doors lead to the courtyard, complemented by a cozy gas fireplace. An adjacent bedroom and a 3rd bedroom/office share this wing of the home. Upstairs are 2 additional ensuite bedrooms connected by a refined wrought-iron bannister. The lower level offers an in-law apartment
Rooms & Interior
Room Details
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
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Bedroom (Lower Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Full Bath, Engineered Wood Floor
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Primary Bedroom (Main Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Gas Log Fireplace, French Doors, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor
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Kitchen (Main Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Quartz Counters, Wet Bar, Island, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
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Living Room (Main Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Built-Ins, Wet Bar, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
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Bedroom (Main Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
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Family Room (Main Level)
French Doors, Partial Bath, Hardwood Floor
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Sun Room (Main Level)
Hardwood Floor
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Office (Lower Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Book Shelves, Built-Ins, Hardwood Floor
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
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Office (Main Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Book Shelves, Built-Ins, Hardwood Floor
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Family Room (Lower Level)
Hardwood Floor
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Dining Room (Main Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
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Other Rooms
Foyer, Mud room, Sitting room
Home Features
Heating
- Fireplaces: 2
- Heating: hot air
- Heat fuel type: oil
- Fuel tank: above ground
Interior Features
- Auto garage door opener
- Cable - available
- Cable - pre-wired
- Humidifier
- Security system
Appliances
- Gas cooktop
- Wall oven
- Microwave
- Range hood
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Subzero
- Icemaker
- Dishwasher
- Washer
- Electric dryer
- Wine chiller
Home Automation
- Lighting
- Security system
- Thermostat(s)
Basement
- Full
- Heated
- Hatchway access
- Cooled
- Partially finished
- Walk-out
- Concrete floor
Laundry
- Location: laundry1 hook up & laundry 2- main floor
- Main level
Energy Features
- Generator
- Programmable thermostat
- Thermopane windows
Exterior Features
- Lighting
- French doors
- Patio
- Underground utilities
- Shed
- Fruit trees
- Gazebo
- Garden area
- Underground sprinkler
Property Details
Parking
- Garage spaces: 3
- Attached garage
- Other
- Driveway
Lot Details
- Lot surface: 3 acres
- Lightly wooded
- Level lot
- Professionally landscaped
Utilities
- Water: private well
- Sewage: septic
Near-by Amenities
- Golf course
- Health club
- Lake
- Paddle tennis
- Park
- Playground/tot lot
- Public pool
Construction Details
- Style
- european, mediterranean
- Construction year
- 1985
- Exterior Siding
- stucco
- Foundation
- concrete
- Roof
- slate
Area & Town
This home is located in Northern Darien neighborhood, in the town of Darien.
- $2.62M med. price
- 11 homes for sale
- $2.03M med. price
- 39 homes for sale
Finance & Listing Info
Status |
Active |
Listing date |
April 17, 2025 |
List price |
$ 5,295,000 |
Current price |
$ 5,295,000 |
Tax amount |
$ 39,996 |
Tax year |
july 2024-june 2025 |
MLS ID |
#24088890 |
List Agent |
Maggie Marchesi |
Co-List Agent |
Robert Marchesi |
List Office |
Compass Connecticut, LLC |
Co-List Office |
compass connecticut, llc |
(c) 2025 Based on information provided to and compiled by the Smart MLS, Inc.
48 Dorchester Road
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