148 Taunton Hill Road, Newtown, (Taunton), CT, 06470
14 rooms
4 beds
4 Full / 2 Half baths
1900
Antique, European
6,321 sqft
Welcome to Hermitswood, an award-winning estate spanning 6,321 SF on over 8 acres in historic Newtown. French Norman-style masterpiece, beautifully renovated in 2018 by Charles Hilton Architects, perfectly combines elegance w/modern luxury. Over 14 years of dedicated ownership has seen an investment of $2.9 M into this stunning property. Hermitswood features 2 gated entrances, exquisite gardens, grand steps leading to a 30x95' natural, non-chemical pool, 3 inviting patios & a lily pond. The landscape master plan was thoughtfully designed by Tara Vincenta of Artemis Landscape Architects. Dual award-winning estate (recognized by CT Cottages and Gardens) received first place in 2015 for Landscape Design and again in 2017 for its remarkable chef's kitchen. The kitchen dazzles w/2 11' Calcutta marble islands, custom plaster moldings, double sinks, Waterstone fixtures, & a Lacanche stove/oven range. Two-story family rm boasts a 17th-century French fireplace and clerestory windows, accented by a custom honeycomb ceiling motif, while other highlights incl ancient French stone flooring, custom laundry rm, a home gym, an office, a wine cellar, & 4-car garage. Chicken coop is outfitted w/a charming chandelier & a NPR news/music feed for the delightful animals inside. Hermitswood is a rare gem that you simply must see! The current owners, after completing the first 2 phases of this remarkable estate, are looking to downsize but will share their plans for phase 3-the cottage restoration.
Status:
Active
Town:
Newtown
Type:
Single-family residential
Laundry Remarks:
Main Level
Zoning:
R-2
Garage:
4-car Attached Garage
Heating:
Hot Air, Steam, Zoned
Cooling:
Central Air, Zoned
Basement:
Crawl Space, Unfinished, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Full With Walk-Out
Acreage:
8.4
Est. Taxes:
$25,890
Assessment
$959,950
Lot Description:
Secluded,Some Wetlands,Dry,Cleared,Rolling
Elementary School:
Head O'Meadow
Middle School:
Newtown
High School:
Newtown
Days on Market:
846
Appliances:
Gas Range, Wall Oven, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Pool:
Gunite, Auto Cleaner, Ramp Entrance, Alarm, Safety Fence, In Ground Pool
MLS #:
170500847
Buyer Broker Compensation:
2.0%
Buyer Broker Compensation is for display purposes only and must be confirmed in writing directly from Listing Broker