About the Home
Blending refined elegance with complete privacy, this 9.5-acre estate is a true sanctuary for those seeking a sophisticated lifestyle. At the end of a Bradford Pear-lined gravel drive, the compound features a 10,000 sq. ft. main house, pool and pool house, two-bedroom guest cottage, and a breathtaking field house by architect Louise Brooks. The main home marries historic charm with sleek, modern design, while the field house offers a unique space for recreation and entertaining-including an indoor batting cage, two-lane bowling alley, resistance pool, and chic lounge areas. 856 Hollow Tree Ridge Road is a classic home reimagined for modern living.
Rooms & Interior
Room Details
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Full Bath
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Dining Room (Main Level)
Built-Ins, Wet Bar, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
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Media Room (Lower Level)
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Bedroom (Other Level)
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Eat In Kitchen (Main Level)
Built-Ins, Dining Area, French Doors, Island, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
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Family Room (Main Level)
Cathedral Ceiling, Beams, Built-Ins, Cedar Closet, Fireplace, French Doors
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Sun Room (Main Level)
Fireplace, Half Bath, Hardwood Floor
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Formal Dining Room (Main Level)
Built-Ins, Hardwood Floor
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Primary Br Suite (Upper Level)
Balcony/Deck, Bedroom Suite, Built-Ins, Dressing Room, Fireplace, Full Bath
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Full Bath, Walk-In Closet
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
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Rec/Play Room (Lower Level)
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Living Room (Main Level)
Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Full Bath
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Office (Other Level)
Book Shelves, Built-Ins, Half Bath
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Other Rooms
Bonus room, Breezeway, Exercise room, Foyer, Laundry room, Mud room, Steam/sauna, Wine cellar
Home Features
Heating
- Fireplaces: 4
- Heating: hot air
- Heat fuel type: oil
- Fuel tank: in basement
Interior Features
- Audio system
- Auto garage door opener
- Sauna
- Security system
Appliances
- Gas range
- Wall oven
- Range hood
- Refrigerator
- Icemaker
- Dishwasher
- Washer
- Dryer
- Wine chiller
Home Automation
- Appliances
- Lighting
- Thermostat(s)
Basement
- Full
- Heated
- Storage
- Fully finished
- Cooled
- Walk-out
Energy Features
- Generator
- Programmable thermostat
Exterior Features
- Grill
- Guest house
- French doors
- Patio
Property Details
Parking
- Garage spaces: 4
- Attached garage
Swimming Pool
- Gunite
- Heated
- Pool house
- In ground pool
Lot Details
- Lot surface: 9.26 acres
- Secluded
- Professionally landscaped
Utilities
- Water: public water connected
- Sewage: septic
Construction Details
- Style
- colonial
- Construction year
- 1937
- Exterior Siding
- brick
- Foundation
- concrete
- Roof
- wood shingle
Area & Town
This home is located in Northern Darien neighborhood, in the town of Darien.
- $2.66M med. price
- 6 homes for sale
- $2.36M med. price
- 29 homes for sale
Finance & Listing Info
Status |
Active |
Listing date |
September 05, 2024 |
List price |
$ 17,000,000 |
Current price |
$ 17,000,000 |
Tax amount |
$ 71,527 |
Tax year |
july 2025-june 2026 |
MLS ID |
#24043900 |
List Agent |
Ashley Dineen |
List Office |
Compass Connecticut, LLC |
(c) 2025 Based on information provided to and compiled by the Smart MLS, Inc.
865 Hollow Tree Ridge Road
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