About the Home
Welcome to 289 Wahackme Rd, a fusion of modern style and classic charm. This jewel box was meticulously renovated and expanded by the award-winning Gardiner Larson Homes and is tailored for today's modern lifestyle with sophistication and practicality. The original 1955 home was taken down to the studs and rebuilt in 2021-2022. This "Smart House" spans 3,056 square feet on 2 levels with approx. 600 additional square feet of finished space in the lower level. It features 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 and a half sleek bathrooms. Sunlight streams through the oversized Marvin windows, accentuating the open, airy layout and highlighting the seamless flow between rooms. Every detail has been thoughtfully updated including Hardie board siding, a maintenance free deck and pristine hardwood floors throughout. House is on city water, too. At the heart of the home is an exquisitely designed kitchen, equipped with premium finishes that cater to culinary enthusiasts. Set on a professionally landscaped 1.21 acre, this property offers private outdoor space perfect for entertaining or simply unwinding, with a potential pool site enhancing its allure. This residence is ideally situated, offering a harmonious blend of peaceful living and accessibility to local amenities, award winning schools, parks, and transport links. Experience luxury and innovation at its finest in this exceptional New Canaan home.
Rooms & Interior
Room Details
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Hardwood Floor
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Dining Room (Main Level)
Hardwood Floor
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Hardwood Floor
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Family Room (Main Level)
Built-Ins, Gas Log Fireplace, Sliders, Hardwood Floor
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Hardwood Floor
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Living Room (Main Level)
Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
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Kitchen (Main Level)
Breakfast Bar, Quartz Counters, Island, Sliders, Hardwood Floor
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Primary Bedroom (Upper Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Ceiling Fan, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Hardwood Floor
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Dining Room (Main Level)
Hardwood Floor
-
Bedroom (Upper Level)
Hardwood Floor
-
Family Room (Main Level)
Built-Ins, Gas Log Fireplace, Sliders, Hardwood Floor
-
Bedroom (Upper Level)
Hardwood Floor
-
Living Room (Main Level)
Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
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Kitchen (Main Level)
Breakfast Bar, Quartz Counters, Island, Sliders, Hardwood Floor
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Primary Bedroom (Upper Level)
9 ft+ Ceilings, Ceiling Fan, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor
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Other Rooms
Exercise room, Laundry room, Mud room
Home Features
Heating
- Fireplaces: 2
- Heating: hot air
- Heat fuel type: oil
- Fuel tank: in basement
Interior Features
- Audio system
- Auto garage door opener
- Cable - pre-wired
- Security system
Appliances
- Gas cooktop
- Wall oven
- Microwave
- Range hood
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Washer
- Dryer
Home Automation
- Security system
- Thermostat(s)
Attic
- Unfinished
- Storage space
- Pull-down stairs
Basement
- Full
- Heated
- Sump pump
- Storage
- Cooled
- Partially finished
Energy Features
- Programmable thermostat
- Ridge vents
- Thermopane windows
Exterior Features
- Deck
- Gutters
- Underground sprinkler
Property Details
Parking
- Garage spaces: 2
- Attached garage
Lot Details
- Lot surface: 1.21 acres
- Corner lot
- Dry
- Level lot
- Sloping lot
- Professionally landscaped
Utilities
- Water: public water connected
- Sewage: septic
Near-by Amenities
- Golf course
- Health club
- Library
- Medical facilities
- Park
- Private school(s)
- Private rec facilities
- Tennis courts
Construction Details
- Style
- colonial
- Construction year
- 1955
- Exterior Siding
- hardie board
- Foundation
- concrete
- Roof
- asphalt shingle
Area & Town
This home is located in Ponus Ridge neighborhood, in the town of New Canaan.
- $3.10M med. price
- 7 homes for sale
- $2.45M med. price
- 75 homes for sale
Finance & Listing Info
| Status |
Closed |
| Listing date |
June 24, 2025 |
| Closed date |
August 27, 2025 |
| Days on market |
64 days |
| List price |
$ 2,750,000 |
| Close price |
$ 2,700,000 |
| Sale-to-list ratio |
98% |
| Tax amount |
$ 23,559 |
| Tax year |
july 2025-june 2026 |
| Financing used |
Cash |
| MLS ID |
#24106370 |
| List Agent |
Mary Ellen Gallagher |
| List Office |
Compass Connecticut, LLC |
(c) 2026 Based on information provided to and compiled by the Smart MLS, Inc.
