168 Lost District Dr New Canaan, CT, 06840

single family home
$ 2,100,000 Sold Sep 11, 2024
148 days on market, 95% sale-to-list ratio
  • 5 beds
  • 5 baths
  • 5,941 sq ft
  • 4.03 acres
  • 1968 year built
  • in ground pool
  • 3 cars garage

About the Home

Welcome to 168 Lost District Drive, an estate property nestled on over 4 acres of serene, professionally landscaped grounds. Designed by prominent New Canaan architect James Schettino, this meticulously maintained home boasts 6 generously-sized bedrooms including a possible in-law suite and 4.1 elegantly appointed bathrooms, offering an exceptional living experience. Upon entering, you are greeted by a dramatic foyer with soaring two-story ceiling and a sweeping curved staircase. The sun-drenched art gallery, adorned with spotlights, sets the tone for sophistication. The skylit formal living room, with its vaulted ceiling and wood-burning fireplace with granite surround and custom mantle is a space to cherish. The expansive formal dining room features a gas fireplace, perfect for special gatherings. The octagonal-shaped first-floor office, bathed in natural light and featuring a spiral staircase, offers a unique and inspiring environment. A study/den with a wall of bookcases, has a spiral staircase that connects to a library loft retreat. The eat-in kitchen, equipped with high-end stainless steel appliances including a Thermador double oven, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Jenn-Air gas cook top and twin Kenmore dishwashers, opens to a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace, a screen porch and a deck. The adjacent butlers pantry/chef's kitchen includes a second Sub-Zero refrigerator, Jenn-Air electric cooktop and sink.... Click arrow for additional remarks...

Rooms & Interior

5 bedrooms beds
4 full + 1 half baths
5,941 square feet sq ft

Room Details

  • Bedroom (Upper Level) Hardwood Floor
  • Family Room (Main Level) Skylight, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
  • Office (Main Level) Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom (Upper Level) Hardwood Floor
  • Formal Dining Room (Main Level) Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
  • Eat In Kitchen (Main Level) Remodeled, Skylight, Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Island, Tile Floor
  • Den (Main Level) Bay/Bow Window, Book Shelves, Hardwood Floor
  • Primary Br Suite (Upper Level) Built-Ins, Full Bath, Stall Shower, Whirlpool Tub, Walk-In Closet, Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Study (Upper Level) 2 Story Window(s), 9 ft+ Ceilings, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom (Upper Level) Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor
  • Living Room (Main Level) Palladian Window(s), 2 Story Window(s), Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
  • Rec/Play Room (Upper Level) Steam/Sauna, Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom (Upper Level) Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor
  • Other Rooms Bonus room, Foyer, Laundry room, Sitting room, Wine cellar

Home Features

Heating

  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Heating: hot air
  • Heat fuel type: oil
  • Fuel tank: in basement

Cooling

  • Central air
  • Window unit

Interior Features

  • Auto garage door opener
  • Central vacuum
  • Open floor plan
  • Sauna
  • Security system

Appliances

  • Electric cooktop
  • Gas cooktop
  • Wall oven
  • Subzero
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Home Automation

  • Security system
  • Thermostat(s)

Attic

  • Partially finished
  • Walk-up

Basement

  • Full
  • Unfinished

Laundry

  • Location: 1st flr off kitchen and 2nd flr hallway
  • Main level
  • Upper level

Energy Features

  • Generator

Exterior Features

  • Shed
  • Deck
  • Gutters
  • Garden area
  • Lighting
  • French doors

Property Details

Parking

  • Garage spaces: 3
  • Attached garage
  • Paved
  • Driveway

Swimming Pool

  • Gunite
  • Salt water
  • In ground pool

Lot Details

  • Lot surface: 4.03 acres
  • Treed
  • Rocky
  • Sloping lot
  • Professionally landscaped

Driveway

  • Private
  • Circular
  • Paved
  • Asphalt

Utilities

  • Water: private well
  • Sewage: septic

Near-by Amenities

  • Park
  • Private school(s)
  • Stables/riding

Construction Details

Style
colonial

Construction year
1968

Exterior Siding
clapboard

Foundation
block

Roof
asphalt shingle


Area & Town

This home is located in Ponus Ridge neighborhood, in the town of New Canaan.

Finance & Listing Info

Status Closed
Listing date September 11, 2024
Closed date February 06, 2025
Days on market 148 days
List price $ 2,195,000
Close price $ 2,100,000
Sale-to-list ratio 95%
Tax amount $ 26,237
Tax year july 2024-june 2025
Financing used Conventional fixed
MLS ID #24044175
List Agent Robert Marchesi
Co-List Agent Maggie Marchesi
List Office Compass Connecticut, LLC
Co-List Office compass connecticut, llc

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