5 Homewood Ln Darien, CT, 06820

single family home
$ 6,075,000 Sold Oct 20, 2023
336 days on market, 92% sale-to-list ratio
Map of 5 Homewood Lane, Darien, CT 06820 single family home
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About the Home

The moment you drive into the circular Belgian block courtyard of this beautifully sited 2.5 acre estate within the private Tokeneke Association you have entered a world of your own. A spacious entry hall w/ adjoining library welcomes you to beautifully proportioned light filled rooms with tall windows & French doors as you are beckoned to follow the natural flow through the house. Entertaining on a grand scale is a delight in the magnificent formal DR with fpl and direct access to 2 expansive flagstone terraces overlooking the manicured grounds. The professionally equipped chef’s kitchen w/ huge island and pantry is open to the custom designed light bright family room with 3 sets of French doors leading to a second terrace, complete with built in grill, outdoor speakers and fully designed landscape lighting, perfect for dining al fresco. This natural gathering place serves as the heart of the home and is perfect for daily living. Upstairs the private primary suite with luxurious marble bath has fantastic views of the surrounding grounds. There are 5 additional bedrooms and 4 full baths. A spectacular feature is the custom designed grass and stepping-stone walkway designed to lead you to the huge open level play area, perfect as a sports lawn. This classically balanced and stunning recently remodeled home built w/ integrity on sweeping open park-like property enhanced w/ mature specimen trees and gardens is more than a gracious home – It offers a lifestyle all its own!

Rooms & Interior

6 bedrooms beds
5 full + 3 half baths
7,351 square feet sq ft

Room Details

  • Bedroom (Upper Level) Full Bath
  • Other Rooms Foyer

Home Features

Heating

  • Fireplaces: 6
  • Heating: hot air
  • Heat fuel type: electric, oil
  • Fuel tank: in garage

Cooling

  • Central air

Interior Features

  • Auto garage door opener
  • Cable - available
  • Cable - pre-wired
  • Security system

Appliances

  • Gas cooktop
  • Wall oven
  • Microwave
  • Range hood
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Wine chiller

Attic

  • Pull-down stairs

Basement

  • Partial
  • Heated
  • Partially finished

Laundry

  • Upper level

Energy Features

  • Generator

Exterior Features

  • Balcony
  • Grill
  • Underground utilities
  • French doors
  • Underground sprinkler

Property Details

Parking

  • Garage spaces: 3
  • Attached garage

Lot Details

  • Lot surface: 2.44 acres
  • Corner lot
  • On cul-de-sac
  • Professionally landscaped

Driveway

  • Private
  • Circular
  • Gravel

Utilities

  • Water: public water connected
  • Sewage: septic

Near-by Amenities

  • Library
  • Paddle tennis
  • Playground/tot lot
  • Public transportation
  • Tennis courts

HOA Fee

  • $ 300 annually

Construction Details

Style
colonial

Construction year
1936

Exterior Siding
clapboard

Foundation
stone

Roof
slate


Area & Town

This home is located in Tokeneke neighborhood, in the town of Darien.

Finance & Listing Info

MLS ID #170604222
Status Closed
Listing date October 20, 2023
Closed date September 20, 2024
Days on market 336 days
List price $ 6,550,000
Close price $ 6,075,000
Sale-to-list ratio 92%
Tax amount $ 64,030
Tax year july 2024-june 2025
Financing used Cash


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