About the Home
Welcome to Extown Farm, a stunning 17.5-acre estate that once served as New Canaan's historic farm. This rare property offers 3 separate residences, making it perfect for discerned buyers seeking a private compound. At the heart of the estate is the crown jewel: a meticulously restored 7,000 sqft farmhouse that masterfully combines modern luxury with timeless charm. This whole house renovation, completed in 2023 by acclaimed Prutting Custom Builders and designed by renowned architect Joeb Moore, also includes a stunning new addition. Addition features a state-of-the-art kitchen, walk-in pantry, wet bar, family room, foyer/mudroom, luxurious primary suite w/private balcony, double stacked washer/dryer laundry room, and a finished lower level offering additional living space. The estate also showcases a newly constructed 2-bedroom apartment above a 3-bay garage, complete with a private deck overlooking the picturesque park-like lawn, and a gym with a full bath. Across the property, an award-winning 1-bedroom guest cottage boasts a dramatic 2-story great room, an updated kitchen, a sunroom with a cozy fireplace w/breathtaking views, and a new ADA-compliant bathroom. Additional structures include a barn with an indoor basketball hoop-ideal for recreation or reimagined into something special, a former stable, a 2-story hobby house ideal for a separate home office/creative studio, a historic barn, and a seasonal flower and vegetable garden adding to the charm! The beautifully
Rooms & Interior
Room Details
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Living Room (Main Level)
Cathedral Ceiling, Beams, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
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Office (Main Level)
Book Shelves, Dry Bar, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
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Primary Br Suite (Upper Level)
Balcony/Deck, Fireplace, French Doors, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Beams, Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor, Tub w/Shower
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Study (Main Level)
Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor, Tub w/Shower
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Eat In Kitchen (Main Level)
Built-Ins, Wet Bar, Fireplace, Island, Pantry, Patio/Terrace
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Family Room (Main Level)
Built-Ins, Fireplace, French Doors, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor, Stall Shower, Wide Board Floor
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Media Room (Lower Level)
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Bedroom (Other Level)
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Bedroom (Other Level)
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Formal Dining Room (Main Level)
Bay/Bow Window, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
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Sun Room (Main Level)
Beams, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
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Primary Bath (Upper Level)
Double-Sink, Dressing Room, Stall Shower, Walk-In Closet
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Bedroom (Upper Level)
Beams, Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
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Bedroom (Lower Level)
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Other Rooms
Bonus room, Foyer, Gym, Laundry room, Mud room
Home Features
Heating
- Fireplaces: 7
- Heating: hot air
- Heat fuel type: propane
- Fuel tank: in ground
Appliances
- Gas cooktop
- Wall oven
- Convection oven
- Microwave
- Range hood
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Washer
- Dryer
Home Automation
- Security system
- Thermostat(s)
- Wired for audio
Basement
- Full
- Heated
- Storage
- Cooled
- Partially finished
- Walk-out
- Liveable space
Exterior Features
- Terrace
- Barn
- Guest house
- Hot tub
- Balcony
- Fruit trees
- Garden area
- Stone wall
- Paddock
Property Details
Parking
- Garage spaces: 3
- Detached garage
Lot Details
- Lot surface: 17.5 acres
- Dry
- Professionally landscaped
- Rolling
- Open lot
Utilities
- Water: private well
- Sewage: septic
Near-by Amenities
- Golf course
- Park
- Playground/tot lot
- Private school(s)
- Public pool
- Shopping/mall
- Stables/riding
- Tennis courts
Construction Details
- Style
- antique, farm house
- Construction year
- 1846
- Exterior Siding
- clapboard
- Foundation
- concrete, stone
- Roof
- wood shingle
Area & Town
This home is located at the intersection of two neighborhoods,
Smith Ridge Road - Canoe Hill Road and Bald Hill, in the town of New Canaan.
- $2.00M med. price
- 15 homes for sale
- $1.66M med. price
- 5 homes for sale
- $1.83M med. price
- 49 homes for sale
Finance & Listing Info
Status |
Active |
Listing date |
January 22, 2025 |
List price |
$ 7,250,000 |
Current price |
$ 7,250,000 |
Tax amount |
$ 36,795 |
Tax year |
july 2024-june 2025 |
MLS ID |
#24070171 |
List Agent |
Chau Ngo |
List Office |
Compass Connecticut, LLC |
(c) 2025 Based on information provided to and compiled by the Smart MLS, Inc.
485 Laurel Road
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