219 Bennetts Farm Road, Ridgefield, CT, 06877 | $1,799,000

Masterful renovation/expansion of 1785 Greek Revival farmhouse in 2013 by local craftsman combining state of the art modern appointments with thoughtful preservation of the home's exquisite historic details. Set back on 2. 19 pastoral acres w/circular drive, rolling lawn, tiered garden beds, stone patios/walkways, gorgeous mature trees & hydrangeas, plus pool site. Total 4, 036 sf including main house w/ 4 BR, 3/1 baths & 484 sf studio/guest suite w/full bath above the detached 2 car carriage barn. This quintessential New England farmhouse showcases high ceilings, wide-board floors, hand-crafted moldings, custom built-ins -- even the limestone entry steps & fireplace hearths were fashioned out of a retired kiln from the original homestead. The heart of this gracious home is the expansive chef's kitchen w/prof. gas range, curved island w/bar seating & fireside dining area; plus adjoining FR featuring wall of custom built-ins & French door entry to the charming covered porch. Great flow for living/entertaining including the inviting DR w/2nd fireplace; bright living room/entry parlor; & private library w/custom built-ins. The second story offers the sumptuous primary suite featuring marble bath w/soaking tub plus custom WIC; second ensuite BR w/Carrera marble bath; 2 more delightful BRs with fully remodeled hall bath; plus upstairs laundry. Enjoy beach rights to the Rainbow Lake Association for swimming, boating, & fishing, plus hiking in nearby Pierrepont/Bennett's Pond park. Note: Negotiable option to purchase furnishings. Over $300K of extensive improvements in the past 5 years: *Designer enhancements throughout including all interior walls/trim plus kitchen cabinets/island custom repainted using Farrow & Ball *Extensive landscape/hardscape including clearing, drainage, fence/finial restoration, plantings, removal of dilapidated green house, plus extending stone patios & walkways * Whole house automatic generator installed to include both main house and cottage *Full security/camera system installed including sensors/detectors * New washer/dryer in laundry room *New garage door

Features

  • Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Baths: 4 full / 1 half
  • Laundry: Upper Level
  • Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1785
  • Garage: 2-car Detached Garage
  • Heating: Hot Air
  • Cooling: Central Air,Zoned
  • Basement: Full,Storage,Interior Access
  • Above Grade Approx. Sq. Feet: 4,036
  • Acreage: 2.18
  • Est. Taxes: $21,991
  • Lot Desc: Fence - Wood,Fence - Partial,Treed,Level Lot,Rolling
  • Elem. School: Ridgebury
  • Middle School: Scotts Ridge
  • High School: Ridgefield
  • Appliances: Gas Range,Microwave,Refrigerator,Dishwasher,Washer,Dryer
  • MLS#: 24149341
  • Website: https://www.raveis.com
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Room Information

Type DescriptionDimensionsLevel
Bedroom 1 Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor17.0 x 17.0Upper
Bedroom 2 Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor15.0 x 15.0Upper
Bedroom 3 Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor12.0 x 13.0Upper
Dining Room Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor12.0 x 18.0Main
Eat-In Kitchen Breakfast Bar,Granite Counters,Dining Area,Fireplace,Island,Hardwood Floor20.0 x 22.0Main
Family Room Built-Ins,French Doors,Hardwood Floor16.0 x 19.0Main
Library Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor12.0 x 12.0Main
Living Room Hardwood Floor,Wide Board Floor15.0 x 16.0Main
Primary BR Suite Ceiling Fan,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet16.0 x 20.0Upper
Studio Apt Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor22.0 x 25.0Other

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219 Bennetts Farm Road, Ridgefield, CT, 06877

$1,799,000

Alicia Robyn Team

Sales Associate

William Raveis Real Estate

Phone: 239.898.3501

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Melissa Cohn

RVP, Mortgage Banker

William Raveis Mortgage, LLC

Phone: 917.838.7300

Melissa.Cohn@raveis.com

NMLS Mortgage Loan Originator ID 16953

5/6 (30 Yr)
Adjustable Rate Jumbo*
30 Year
Fixed-Rate Jumbo
15 Year
Fixed-Rate Jumbo
Loan Amount $1,439,200 $1,439,200 $1,439,200
Term 360 months 360 months 180 months
Initial Interest Rate** 5.000% 5.750% 5.500%
Interest Rate based on Index + Margin 8.125%
Annual Percentage Rate 5.973% 5.858% 5.681%
Monthly Tax Payment $1,833 $1,833 $1,833
H/O Insurance Payment $125 $125 $125
Initial Principal & Interest Pmt $7,726 $8,399 $11,759
Total Monthly Payment $9,684 $10,357 $13,717

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