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148 Taunton Hill Road, Newtown (Taunton), CT, 06470 | $2,699,000

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!

Features

  • Town: Newtown
  • Rooms: 14
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Baths: 4 full / 2 half
  • Laundry: Main Level
  • Style: Antique,European
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Garage: 4-car Attached Garage,Paved
  • Heating: Hot Air,Steam,Zoned
  • Cooling: Central Air,Zoned
  • Basement: Full With Walk-Out,Crawl Space,Unfinished,Concrete Floor,Interior Access
  • Above Grade Approx. Sq. Feet: 6,321
  • Acreage: 8.4
  • Est. Taxes: $25,189
  • Lot Desc: Some Wetlands,Dry,Cleared,Secluded,Rolling
  • Elem. School: Head O'Meadow
  • Middle School: Newtown
  • High School: Newtown
  • Pool: In Ground Pool,Ramp Entrance,Safety Fence,Alarm,Auto Cleaner,Gunite
  • Appliances: Gas Range,Wall Oven,Subzero,Dishwasher,Washer,Dryer
  • MLS#: 170500847
  • Days on Market: 674 days
  • Website: https://www.raveis.com
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148 Taunton Hill Road, Newtown (Taunton), CT, 06470

$2,699,000

Team AFA - Fairfield

Luxury Properties Specialist

William Raveis Real Estate

Phone: 203.256.3264

Al.Filippone@Raveis.com

Jorge L Rivera

VP, Mortgage Banker

William Raveis Mortgage, LLC

Phone: 203.913.1633

Jorge.Rivera@Raveis.com

NMLS Mortgage Loan Originator ID 12303

5/6 (30 Yr)
Adjustable Rate Jumbo*
30 Year
Fixed-Rate Jumbo
 15 Year
Fixed-Rate Jumbo
Loan Amount $2,159,200 $2,159,200 $2,159,200
Term 360 months 360 months 180 months
Initial Interest Rate** 6.500% 7.250% 7.000%
Interest Rate based on Index + Margin 8.125%
Annual Percentage Rate 7.582% 7.354% 7.167%
Monthly Tax Payment $2,099 $2,099 $2,099
H/O Insurance Payment $125 $125 $125
Initial Principal & Interest Pmt $13,648 $14,730 $19,408
Total Monthly Payment $15,872 $16,954 $21,632

* The Initial Interest Rate and Initial Principal & Interest Payment are fixed for the first and adjust every six months thereafter for the remainder of the loan term. The Interest Rate and annual percentage rate may increase after consummation. The Index for this product is the SOFR. The margin for this adjustable rate mortgage may vary with your unique credit history, and terms of your loan.

** Mortgage Rates are subject to change, loan amount and product restrictions and may not be available for your specific transaction at commitment or closing. Rates, and the margin for adjustable rate mortgages [if applicable], are subject to change without prior notice.

The rates and Annual Percentage Rate (APR) cited above may be only samples for the purpose of calculating payments and are based upon the following assumptions: minimum credit score of 740, 20% down payment (e.g. $20,000 down on a $100,000 purchase price), $1,950 in finance charges, and 30 days prepaid interest, 1 point, 30 day rate lock. The rates and APR will vary depending upon your unique credit history and the terms of your loan, e.g. the actual down payment percentages, points and fees for your transaction. Property taxes and homeowner's insurance are estimates and subject to change.

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