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antique single family home for sale

148 Taunton Hill Road, Newtown, CT 06470
$ 2,699,000
Tax
$ 25,189

Status
active

Listed
20 Jun 2022

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Map of 148 Taunton Hill Road, Newtown, CT 06470 | antique single family home for sale
  • 4 beds / 6 baths
  • 6,321 sq ft / 8.4 acres
  • Built in 1900
  • in ground pool
  • 4 garage spaces
Open House None Scheduled
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About the Home

Known as Hermitswood, the home a 6321 Sq Ft award winning estate sitting on 8+ acres in the historic Taunton area of Newtown, CT. A 2018 renovation was designed by Charles Hilton Architects in the French Norman style. The property features two gated entrances, numerous gardens, and two sets of grand steps that lead to the pool area. Featuring Connecticut's second natural, 'non-chemical' pool that measures 30 x 95' of swimming area, in addition to multiple pool-side patios, and lily pond. In 2015 it was awarded First Price in landscape design bestowed by CT Cottages and Gardens. The chef’s kitchen is like no other, having won the 2018 Connecticut IDA (Innovation in Design Awards), it features two 11-foot Calcutta marble islands, inset banquette, custom plaster moldings that carry from the kitchen through the main hall. All fixtures are Waterstone, and the custom-built stove and oven range is by the French manufacturer, Lacanche. The two-story family room, features clearstory windows, with a 17th century fireplace of French origin. Other features: imported Greek origin stone flooring, custom oversized laundry room, home gym, home office, wine cellar, espresso room, 4 car garage, chicken coop/potting shed––This is truly a property not to be missed!

Interior Details

4 bedrooms
4 full baths
2 half baths
6,321 square feet

room details

  • Living Room Main Level Cathedral Ceiling,Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Den Main Level Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom Upper Level Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom Upper Level Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Dining Room Main Level Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor,Wet Bar
  • Library Main Level Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom Other Level Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Eat In Kitchen Main Level French Doors,Pantry,Tile Floor,Wet Bar
  • Living Room Main Level Cathedral Ceiling,Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Dining Room Main Level Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor,Wet Bar
  • Den Main Level Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom Upper Level Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Eat In Kitchen Main Level French Doors,Pantry,Tile Floor,Wet Bar
  • Bedroom Upper Level Balcony/Deck,Hardwood Floor
  • Office Lower Level Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Primary Bedroom Upper Level Dressing Room,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom Other Level Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Office Lower Level Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Primary Bedroom Upper Level Dressing Room,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom Upper Level Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom Upper Level Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom Upper Level Balcony/Deck,Hardwood Floor
  • Library Main Level Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom Upper Level Full Bath,Hardwood Floor

other rooms

Heating

  • Fireplaces: 7
  • Heating: hot air, steam, zoned
  • Heat fuel type: propane
  • Fuel tank: above ground

Cooling

  • Central air
  • Zoned

Interior Features

  • Auto garage door opener
  • Security system

Appliances

  • Gas range
  • Wall oven
  • Subzero
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Attic

  • Pull-down stairs
  • Access via hatch
  • Storage space

Basement

  • Full with walk-out
  • Crawl space
  • Unfinished
  • Concrete floor
  • Interior access

Laundry

  • Main level

Construction Details

Architectural style antique, european
New construction no/resale
Construction year 1900
Exterior Siding stucco
Foundation concrete, stone
Roof wood shingle

Property Details

Parking

  • Garage spaces: 4
  • Attached garage
  • Paved

Swimming Pool

  • In ground pool
  • Ramp entrance
  • Safety fence
  • Alarm
  • Auto cleaner
  • Gunite

Waterfront

  • Not applicable

Lot Details

  • Lot surface: 8.4 acres
  • Some wetlands
  • Dry
  • Cleared
  • Secluded
  • Rolling

Driveway

  • Private
  • Circular
  • Gravel

Utilities

  • Water: private well
  • Sewage: septic

Near-by Amenities

  • Golf course
  • Health club
  • Lake
  • Library
  • Medical facilities
  • Park
  • Stables/riding

Exterior Features

  • Balcony
  • French doors
  • Fruit trees
  • Garden area
  • Lighting
  • Patio
  • Stable
  • Stone wall
  • Underground sprinkler

Finance & Listing Info

Current price $ 2,699,000
Tax amount $ 25,189
Tax year july 2023-june 2024
MLS ID 170500847
Listing date: June 20, 2022
Status active

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