New Canaan, CT 06840,296 Carter Street

$3,500,000

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$3,495,000

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296 Carter Street New Canaan, CT 06840

5 Beds

5 Baths

5,654 SqFt

SOLD DATE : 11/06/2024

Key Details

Sold Price $3,500,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 5,654 sqft

Price per Sqft $619

MLS Listing ID 24014613

Sold Date 11/06/24

Style Colonial,Antique

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 4

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1720

Annual Tax Amount $22,308

Lot Size 1.600 Acres

Property Description

Nestled on a parklike property with beautiful flowering gardens, this special home offers a sanctuary of comfort and style. Step inside & be enchanted by the timeless elegance that defines this unique New Canaan landmark. The Matthew Finch House exudes historical charm & has been meticulously restored & thoughtfully enhanced & expanded for modern living. Entertain with ease in the great expansive entertaining room with central stone FPL The family room w/fireplace & wet bar features French doors opening to a patio area & screened-in porch overlooking the stunning pool & spa area seamlessly blending indoor & outdoor living. The gracious library w/FPL, bay window & custom built-ins provides a perfect in-home office. The primary suite w/FPL & sitting area provides a luxurious & spacious retreat with two sets of French doors opening to a west facing balcony overlooking the picturesque property & breathtaking sunsets. The primary bedroom also features high ceilings, generous custom dressing rooms & spa bath. The expansive light filled 2nd floor family room/playroom w/vaulted exposed beamed ceilings & floor to ceiling windows is a fabulous highlight and leads to a spacious guest suite. Three additional bedrooms, one with en-suite bath complete the 2nd floor. Additional highlights include a finished lower level, wine cellar, 3 car garage & sports court. Experience the allure of the Matthew Finch House and make this exceptional New Canaan gem your own

Location

State CT

County Fairfield

Zoning 2AC

Rooms

Basement Full, Storage, Fully Finished, Interior Access, Partially Finished

Interior

Interior Features Security System

Heating Hot Air, Zoned

Cooling Central Air, Zoned

Fireplaces Number 6

Exterior

Exterior Feature Balcony, Terrace, Shed, Porch, Lighting, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler, Patio

Garage Attached Garage

Garage Spaces 3.0

Pool Heated, Spa, In Ground Pool

Waterfront Description Not Applicable

Roof Type Wood Shingle

Building

Lot Description Fence - Wood, Fence - Stone, Level Lot

Foundation Concrete, Stone

Sewer Septic

Water Private Well

Schools

Elementary Schools East

Middle Schools Saxe Middle

High Schools New Canaan

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Listed by Bettina Hegel • Brown Harris Stevens
Bought with Evangela Brock • Douglas Elliman of Connecticut

Niels Pennings

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