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485 Laurel Road, New Canaan CT 06840
Current Price: $7,250,000
8 beds
9 baths
7000 sq. ft
Last Update: 6/21/2025
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Welcome to Extown Farm, a stunning 17.5-acre estate that once served as New Canaans historic farm. This rare property offers 3 separate residences, making it perfect for discerned buyers seeking a private compound. At the heart of the estate is the crown jewel: a meticulously restored 7,000 sqft farmhouse that masterfully combines modern luxury with timeless charm. This whole house renovation, completed in 2023 by acclaimed Prutting Custom Builders and designed by renowned architect Joeb Moore, also includes a stunning new addition. Addition features a state-of-the-art kitchen, walk-in pantry, wet bar, family room, foyer/mudroom, luxurious primary suite w/private balcony, double stacked washer/dryer laundry room, and a finished lower level offering additional living space. The estate also showcases a newly constructed 2-bedroom apartment above a 3-bay garage, complete with a private deck overlooking the picturesque park-like lawn, and a gym with a full bath. Across the property, an award-winning 1-bedroom guest cottage boasts a dramatic 2-story great room, an updated kitchen, a sunroom with a cozy fireplace w/breathtaking views, and a new ADA-compliant bathroom. Additional structures include a barn with an indoor basketball hoop-ideal for recreation or reimagined into something special, a former stable, a 2-story hobby house ideal for a separate home office/creative studio, a historic barn, and a seasonal flower and vegetable garden adding to the charm! The beautifully
landscaped grounds offer vast areas to explore, entertain, and relax, from lush perennial gardens and fruit trees to wide open spaces and walking trails. A built-in outdoor fireplace provides year-round fun, and theres ample room for a pool, pool house, and tennis court. Located just minutes from top-rated schools, the train station, downtown New Canaan, and only 47 miles to NYC. 485 Laurel Road offers privacy, luxury, convenience, and peace of mind. Turnkey ready, all you need to do is move in
Route 123 to Canoe Hill Rd to Laurel Rd
MLS #: 24070171
Style: Antique,Farm House
Color:
Total Rooms:
Bedrooms: 8
Bathrooms: 9
Acres: 17.5
Year Built: 1846 (Public Records)
New Construction: No/Resale
Home Warranty Offered:
Property Tax: $64,951
Zoning: 2AC
Mil Rate:
Assessed Value: $2,279,760
Potential Short Sale:
Square Footage: Estimated HEATED Sq.Ft. above grade is 7000; below grade sq feet total is ; total sq ft is 7000
Appliances Incl.: | Gas Cooktop,Wall Oven,Convection Oven,Microwave,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Dishwasher,Washer,Dryer |
Laundry Location & Info: | Lower Level,Upper Level |
Fireplaces: | 7 |
Interior Features: | Security System |
Home Automation: | Security System,Thermostat(s),Wired For Audio |
Basement Desc.: | Full,Heated,Storage,Cooled,Partially Finished,Walk-out,Liveable Space |
Exterior Siding: | Clapboard |
Exterior Features: | Terrace,Barn,Guest House,Hot Tub,Balcony,Fruit Trees,Garden Area,Stone Wall,Paddock |
Foundation: | Concrete,Stone |
Roof: | Wood Shingle |
Parking Spaces: | 3 |
Garage/Parking Type: | Detached Garage |
Swimming Pool: | 0 |
Waterfront Feat.: | Not Applicable |
Lot Description: | Dry,Professionally Landscaped,Rolling,Open Lot |
Nearby Amenities: | Golf Course,Park,Playground/Tot Lot,Private School(s),Public Pool,Shopping/Mall,Stables/Riding,Tennis Courts |
Occupied: | Owner |
Hot Water System
Heat Type:
Fueled By: Hot Air.
Cooling: Central Air
Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
Water Service: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Elementary: East
Intermediate:
Middle:
High School: New Canaan
Current List Price: $7,250,000
Original List Price: $7,250,000
DOM: 112
Listing Date: 1/22/2025
Last Updated: 5/14/2025 2:26:55 PM
List Agent Name: Chau Ngo
List Office Name: Compass Connecticut, LLC