By Megan Montemarano
It adds charm, storage and so much more—welcome to the barn, where endless possibilities await. Here are five Fairfield County residences that benefit from the bonus of the barn.
353 Old Long Ridge Road—Stamford, Conn.
The historic “Highfields” estate in North Stamford, Conn., offers over an acre of classic New England charm, barn and all. The 19th-century building has been creatively transformed into a welcoming studio space featuring an open foyer and wet bar with custom cabinets, mahogany counters and a herringbone brick floor. The great room of the barn boasts exposed weathered beams, which frame a soaring ceiling with multiple skylights and gleaming, wide-plank wood floors. The wonder continues with a spiral staircase leading to an upper loft office or sleeping space with a terrace, while another staircase leads to an upper dining area, which opens to a large, bright office space, gym or bedroom. There is also a full bath, complete with a new, four-person jacuzzi, large dry sauna and sliding glass doors overlooking the courtyard.
For more information: Kevin Quick, 203.219.0500, Kquick@williampitt.com
230 Poverty Hollow Road—Redding, Conn.
This cherished 1768 antique Colonial estate boasts an abundance of offerings on its over 24 acres of land, including an updated main home, award-winning pool house, reflecting pond, stunning gardens, stone terraces, and of course, a barn. And not just any barn—an incredible, new 8,000 square-foot radiant heated barn with infinite potential resides on this Redding, Conn., property.
For more information: Laura Freed Ancona, 203.733.7053, Lfreed@williampitt.com
12 Marchant Road—Redding, Conn.
With over 48 acres of land in Redding, Conn., this historic country compound has it all—a beautifully kept main residence, two guest houses and an 11,000 square-foot cedar barn with an over 20,000 square-foot insulated arena. To top it off, the quintessential New England property benefits from its bucolic location among scenic fields, streams and meadows.
For more information: Diane Jenkins, 203.803.5703, Djenkins@williampitt.com
269 Farmingville Road—Ridgefield, Conn.
Built circa 1863, this classic Colonial home in Ridgefield, Conn., overlooks over two acres of land with gorgeous gardens, a barn and guest cottage. The heated barn includes plumbing, and has room for cars, horse stalls, a workshop or storage—the choice is yours.
For more information: Mary Phelps, 203.546.0315, Mphelps@williampitt.com
177 Lonetown Road—Redding, Conn.
This restored 1762 Colonial rests on a two-acre plot in Redding, Conn., and includes a renovated main house and former carriage house, which has been converted into a two-story, heated cottage ideal for a home office, studio, rec room or “man cave.” There is also a two-story, classic red barn on the grounds, containing a heated workshop and full second floor.
For more information: Laura Freed Ancona, 203.733.7053, Lfreed@williampitt.com; Virginia Beasley, 203.482.4938, Vbeasley@williampitt.com
