474 Ponus Rdg New Canaan, CT, 06840

single family home
$ 6,495,000 For Sale Active Jun 19, 2025
  • 6 beds
  • 9 baths
  • 8,392 sq ft
  • 4.83 acres
  • 2000 year built
  • in ground pool
  • 4 cars garage

About the Home

Discover elegance at this custom stone and shingle French Colonial on 4.9 bucolic acres on New Canaan's coveted west side. Bordering an 11-acre land trust, this 8,332 SF home, plus 2,300 SF finished lower level, offers privacy and proximity to downtown New Canaan and NYC commutes. The exquisite gardens, Inspired by Villa d'Este, create a resort-like setting with spectacular views from every window. The grounds feature parterre gardens, a pool, cabana, bluestone terraces with custom wrought iron railings, and a treed meadow. A Belgian block-lined driveway leads to two 2-car garages with a porte-cochere. Grand interior spaces have oversized windows, 10-12' ceilings, Brazilian cherry floors, five marble fireplaces, and deep moldings. The 1,500 SF kitchen and family room dazzle with a Pietra Cardosa island, Viking range, Sub-Zero appliances, and French doors to terraces. The primary suite features a 13' cathedral ceiling, balcony, and luxurious bathroom. Four additional large en-suite bedrooms provide overnight guests and family complete privacy. A study area, lower-level sixth bedroom, playroom, wine cellar, gym, and sauna complete the home. Fencing, electronic gates, and alarm system ensure a safe environment for the entire family. Modern systems include central vacuum, security, water purifier, and EV charger. This is a forever home to be treasured through the generations.

Rooms & Interior

6 bedrooms beds
6 full + 3 half baths
8,392 square feet sq ft

Room Details

  • Office (Main Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Book Shelves, Built-Ins, Tile Floor
  • Full Bath (Upper Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Stall Shower, Whirlpool Tub, Tile Floor
  • Rec/Play Room (Lower Level) Fireplace, Steam/Sauna, Walk-In Closet
  • Bedroom (Upper Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor
  • Living Room (Main Level) Bay/Bow Window, 9 ft+ Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
  • Rec/Play Room (Lower Level) Built-Ins
  • Media Room (Main Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom (Upper Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom (Lower Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Full Bath
  • Primary Bedroom (Upper Level) Balcony/Deck, Dressing Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom (Upper Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Built-Ins, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom (Upper Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Built-Ins, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
  • Family Room (Main Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Fireplace, French Doors, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor
  • Eat In Kitchen (Main Level) Bay/Bow Window, 9 ft+ Ceilings, Island, Pantry, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor
  • Dining Room (Main Level) Bay/Bow Window, 9 ft+ Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
  • Library (Main Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Book Shelves, Built-Ins, French Doors, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor
  • Other Rooms Foyer, Laundry room, Mud room, Wine cellar

Home Features

Heating

  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Heating: hot air, zoned
  • Heat fuel type: oil
  • Fuel tank: in basement

Cooling

  • Central air
  • Zoned

Interior Features

  • Audio system
  • Auto garage door opener
  • Central vacuum
  • Sauna
  • Security system

Appliances

  • Gas range
  • Convection oven
  • Microwave
  • Range hood
  • Subzero
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Instant hot water tap
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Wine chiller

Home Automation

  • Entertainment system
  • Security system

Attic

  • Pull-down stairs

Basement

  • Full

Laundry

  • Main level
  • Upper level

Energy Features

  • Generator

Exterior Features

  • Breezeway
  • Cabana
  • Lighting
  • French doors
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Fruit trees
  • Garden area
  • Underground sprinkler

Property Details

Parking

  • Garage spaces: 4
  • Attached garage

Swimming Pool

  • Gunite
  • Heated
  • Salt water
  • In ground pool

Lot Details

  • Lot surface: 4.83 acres
  • Lightly wooded
  • Treed
  • Level lot
  • Professionally landscaped

Utilities

  • Water: private well
  • Sewage: septic

Construction Details

Style
colonial, french

Construction year
2000

Exterior Siding
shingle, stone, wood

Foundation
concrete

Roof
wood shingle


Area & Town

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

Finance & Listing Info

Status Active
Listing date June 19, 2025
List price $ 6,495,000
Current price $ 6,495,000
Tax amount $ 50,709
Tax year july 2025-june 2026
MLS ID #24103974
List Agent Melissa Engel
List Office Douglas Elliman of Connecticut

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