Lyme
Shoreline, ConnecticutThe New London County town of Lyme is situated on the eastern bank of the Connecticut River. A former agricultural community, Lyme is today committed to preserving its heritage and small-town atmosphere....
- $3,395,000 PRICE
- 5 Beds
- 5/1 Baths
- 4,956 Sqft
- 8.87 Acres
- 1750 Built
Admired Country Estate On 8.87 Acres
Available for only the third time in 100 years this much-admired country Estate c.1750 on one of the most beautiful roads in Lyme, CT. Often photographed & featured in paintings, you will know this home & location is something special. Featuring a large historic main house, a beautiful guest house/pool house, gunite pool, tennis court, gardens, stone walls, all sited on 8.87 glorious acres. Plenty of room for family & friends, this is the ideal property to spend long lazy days dining on the stone terrace, soaking in the saltwater pool, playing tennis, & walking to the CT River. The perfect blend of the warm & inviting character of an antique home with all the modern systems & conveniences of today. The main house has 5 bedrooms ensuite, a light & bright kitchen, spacious open dining room, living room & library all showcasing fireplaces off the central chimney. At the back of the main house is a large family room with full bath which could also be the perfect spot for a 1st floor primary bedroom. The guest house/pool house is really something special! Artfully curated with a spacious entertaining space, stone fireplace, kitchen, full bath & opening to the pool, & stone terrace. The upper level is warm & inviting with a second stone fireplace, full bath, 2 sleeping nooks, & a 2 car garage complete the most incredible guest house. Ely Ferry Road is bordered on 3 sides by Lord Creek, the CT River and Hamburg Cove. Equal distance between NYC & Boston.
Property Highlights
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BUYER BROKER COMPENSATION
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2%
- STYLE : Antique
- NEIGHBORHOOD : Elys Ferry
- ELEMENTARY : Lyme Consolidated
- PRICE/SQFT : $685
- DAYS ON MARKET : 9
- MLS : 24087090
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- ACRES: 8.87
- ATTIC DESCRIPTION: Walk-up
- BASEMENT DESCRIPTION: Full
- ENCUMBRANCES: Deed Restrictions, Easements, Right of Way
- GARAGE: Detached Garage, Driveway
- GARAGE COUNT: 2
- HAS POOL?: Yes
- HIGH SCHOOL: Lyme-Old Lyme
- IS OCCUPIED?: Owner
- LIVING AREA SQFT: 4,956
- NEIGHBORHOOD: Elys Ferry
- PROPERTY TAX: $19,329
- RESTRICTIONS: Deed Restrictions, Easements, Right of Way
- SEWER: Septic
- STYLE: Antique
- TAX AMOUNT: $19,329
- YEAR BUILT: 1750
- YEAR BUILT DETAILS: Public Records
- ZONING: R12
- Library
- Playground/Tot Lot
- Stables/Riding
- Tennis Courts
- Open Floor Plan
- AIR CONDITIONING: Central Air
- APPLIANCES INCLUDED: Cook Top, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
- ATTIC: Yes
- BEDS: 5
- COOLING: Central Air
- FIREPLACES: 9
- FULL BATHS: 5
- FURNACE TYPE: Oil, Propane
- HALF BATHS: 1
- HEAT: Oil, Propane
- HEAT FUEL: Oil, Propane
- HOT WATER: Domestic
- LAUNDRY ROOM: Main Level
- LAUNDRY ROOM ACCESS: Just off the kitchen.
- ROOMS: 12
- TOTAL BATHS: 6
EXTERIOR FEATURES
- EXTERIOR FEATURES: Shed,Tennis Court,Fruit Trees,Barn,Garden Area,Guest House,Stone Wall,Patio
- EXTERIOR SIDING: Clapboard
- HOUSE COLOR: White
- POOL DESCRIPTION: Heated, Salt Water, In Ground Pool
- ROOF: Shingle
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Location for 117 Elys Ferry Road, Lyme, CT
Schools for 117 Elys Ferry Road, Lyme, CT
Our community offers residents access to a number of fine private and public schools for all grade levels. Please read below for information on each of the schools in our area.
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Elementary School
Lyme Consolidated School
478 Hamburg Road
Lyme, CT 06371
Grades: K-5
(860) 434-1233 -
Middle School
Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School
53 Lyme Street
Old Lyme, CT 06371
Grades: 6-8
(860) 434-2568 -
High School
Lyme-Old Lyme High School
69 Lyme Street
Old Lyme, CT 06371
Grades: 9-12
(860) 434-1651
Private Schools
| SCHOOL | LOCATION | GRADE |
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| The Children's Tree Montessori | 96 Essex Rd, Old Saybrook, CT, 06475 | PK-9 |
| The Children's Tree Montessori School | 96 Essex Road, Old Saybrook, CT, 06475 | PK-6 |
| Mt Saint John | 135 Kirtland Street, Deep River, CT, 06417 | 9-12 |
| Joshua Center Shoreline CDT | 5 Research Parkway, Old Saybrook, CT, 06475 | 9-12 |
| School Mates Pre School | Po Box 286, Deep River, CT, 06442 | PK-K |
| St John School | 42 Maynard Road, Old Saybrook, CT, 06475 | PK-8 |
| Franklin Academy | 140 River Road, East Haddam, CT, 06423 | 8-12 |
| The Children's Tree Montessori | 96 Essex Rd, Old Saybrook, CT, 06475 | PK-9 |
| The Children's Tree Montessori School | 96 Essex Road, Old Saybrook, CT, 06475 | PK-6 |
| Mt Saint John | 135 Kirtland Street, Deep River, CT, 06417 | 9-12 |
| Joshua Center Shoreline CDT | 5 Research Parkway, Old Saybrook, CT, 06475 | 9-12 |
| School Mates Pre School | Po Box 286, Deep River, CT, 06442 | PK-K |
| St John School | 42 Maynard Road, Old Saybrook, CT, 06475 | PK-8 |
| Franklin Academy | 140 River Road, East Haddam, CT, 06423 | 8-12 |
*UG = ungraded.
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