Description for
265 Dans HighwayNew Canaan, CT 06840
Majestic, Magazine Featured Home in Highly Desired Neighborhood. Located on a serene country lane in a sought-after pastoral neighborhood, known for its historic estates, sits a magnificent brick manor house with exceptional beauty and design. This stunning property was featured as the cover story for Cottages & Gardens magazine's "Where the Lovelight Gleams", highlighting its unique renovation and decoration in the style of a 1920s David Adler architectural masterpiece. The exterior boasts an impressive allee of London Plane trees, a grand circular gravel driveway, vintage style roofline with corbels and slate roof, copper gutters and copper roofed dormers. Inside, the house features gorgeous custom French doors, transoms, arched doorways, handcrafted fireplace mantles and unique moldings, many of which were obtained from the original architectural catalogs favored by David Adler himself. The property spans over 4 acres and is surrounded by a perimeter fence and custom automated security gate, offering complete privacy. The backyard features an inground pool, mature landscaping, and a large athletic field. Additionally, there is an oversized, two-story barnlike shed, architecturally designed for the property.
Price
$3,900,000
Fairfield
7
7 Full/1 Half
5,824 (approx)
170600189
Active
Description
Majestic, Magazine Featured Home in Highly Desired Neighborhood. Located on a serene country lane in a sought-after pastoral neighborhood, known for its historic estates, sits a magnificent brick manor house with exceptional beauty and design. This stunning property was featured as the cover story for Cottages & Gardens magazine's "Where the Lovelight Gleams", highlighting its unique renovation and decoration in the style of a 1920s David Adler architectural masterpiece. The exterior boasts an impressive allee of London Plane trees, a grand circular gravel driveway, vintage style roofline with corbels and slate roof, copper gutters and copper roofed dormers. Inside, the house features gorgeous custom French doors, transoms, arched doorways, handcrafted fireplace mantles and unique moldings, many of which were obtained from the original architectural catalogs favored by David Adler himself. The property spans over 4 acres and is surrounded by a perimeter fence and custom automated security gate, offering complete privacy. The backyard features an inground pool, mature landscaping, and a large athletic field. Additionally, there is an oversized, two-story barnlike shed, architecturally designed for the property.
Listing Information
Property Type: Single Family, Other
7
7 Full/1 Half
10
4.43 Acres
5,824 (approx)
1986
Yes-3 spaces
Brick
Well
Septic Tank
Cable Available
Neighborhood
School Information
West
New Canaan
New Canaan
Room Information
Bathrooms
7
1
Main Level
Interior Features
Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Central Air
Oil,Forced Air
Full, Partially Finished
2
Entrance Foyer
Exterior / Lot Features
3 Garage Spaces,Circular Driveway, Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Attached
Brick
Asphalt
Indoor, Heated
Heated, Indoor, Outdoor Pool
4AC
Garden,Level
Driving Directions
West Rd. or Ponus Ridge to Dan's Hwy.
Financial Considerations
184594
$30,850
Listing Price History
New Canaan Real Estate
New Canaan is located in Connecticut.
New Canaan, Connecticut 06840 has a population of 19,958.
The median household income for the surrounding county is $98,899
compared to the national median of $66,222.
The median age of people living in New Canaan 06840 is 42 years.
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