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$2,699,000
16 Days Online

148 Taunton Hill Road
Newtown, CT 06470

For Sale|Single Family Home|Active
4
Beds
4
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
6,321
SqFt
$427
/SqFt
1900
Built
Subdivision:
Taunton
County:
Fairfield
Listing courtesy of Libby Tritschler of William Raveis Real Estate
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148 Taunton Hill Road148 Taunton Hill Road148 Taunton Hill Road148 Taunton Hill Road
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Welcome to Hermitswood-an award-winning estate spanning 6, 321 sq ft on over 8 acres in historic Taunton, Newtown, CT. This French Norman-style masterpiece, renovated in 2018 by Charles Hilton Architects, offers a unique blend of elegance and modern luxury. The property boasts two gated entrances, stunning gardens, and grand steps leading to a 30x95' natural, non-chemical pool, complemented by multiple poolside patios and a serene lily pond. Winner of the 2015 First Prize for Landscape Design by CT Cottages and Gardens. Inside, the award winning chef's kitchen shines with two 11-foot Calcutta marble islands, custom plaster moldings, Waterstone fixtures, and a Lacanche stove and oven range. The two-story family room features a 17th-century French fireplace and clerestory windows, while other highlights include ancient French stone flooring, a custom laundry room, home gym, office, wine cellar, espresso room, and a four-car garage. Additionally, enjoy a charming chicken coop/potting shed. Antiquities/indoor and outdoor furniture are a separate negotiation. Hermitswood is a rare gem that you simply must see!

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Price 
$2,699,000
Days Online 
16 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
6,321 sqft
Total Baths 
6
Full Baths 
4
Partial Baths 
2
Lot Size 
8.4 Acres
Year Built 
1900
MLS® Number 
170500847
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$25,890
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Public Records
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 weeks agoListing first seen online
General Features
Style 
AntiqueEuropean
Construction 
Stucco
Parking 
Attached Garage
Sewer 
Septic Tank
Basement 
Crawl SpaceUnfinishedInterior AccessConcrete FloorFull With Walk- Out
Acreage 
8.4
Water 
Well
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Garage Spaces 
4
Attached Garage 
Yes
Foundation 
Concrete PerimeterStone
Zoning 
R-2
Interior Features
Cooling 
Central AirZoned
Heating 
PropaneHot AirSteamZoned
Appliances 
Gas RangeWall OvenSubzeroDishwasherWasherDryer
Interior 
Auto Garage Door OpenerSecurity System
Fireplaces 
7
Laundry Features 
Main Level
Fireplace 
Yes
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Exterior Features
Roof 
Shingle
Pool 
true
Spa 
No
Pool Features 
GuniteAuto CleanerRamp EntranceAlarmSafety FenceIn Ground Pool
Waterfront Property 
No
Waterfront Features 
Not Applicable
Private Pool 
true
Exterior 
LightingFrench DoorsPatioBalconyFruit TreesGarden AreaStableStone WallUnderground Sprinkler
Lot 
SecludedSome WetlandsDryClearedRolling
Patio And Porch 
PatioBalcony
Community Features
Community Features 
Golf CourseHealth ClubLakeLibraryMedical FacilitiesParkStables/ Riding
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
Head O'Meadow
Middle School
Newtown
High School
Newtown
Listing courtesy of Libby Tritschler of William Raveis Real Estate



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