31 Contentment Island Rd Darien, CT, 06820

single family home
$ 6,995,000 For Sale Active Aug 30, 2024
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About the Home

Premier Darien Waterfront Residence on Contentment Island Road, in the Private Tokeneke Association! Nestled on 2 beautiful Acres, this 5 Bedroom home (with additional large 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Cottage), offers panoramic water views, private dock, two deeded moorings, and 700' of direct water frontage and access to Long Island Sound. Renovated by Hiland Hall Turner Architects and designed by Louise Brooks & Falotico Associates, this home retains it's historic charm with wonderful modern amenities. Features include; 7 fireplaces, heart of antique pine flooring and 9+ ceilings throughout. Main level boasts spacious open living areas with direct views of the water; gourmet Chef's Kitchen and family room, custom Library, lovely Living Room, Dining Room with beautiful coffered ceiling, and stunning Sunroom with panoramic water views. Second floor offers; 4 Large Bedrooms and three full Baths with direct water views, including Primary suite with lovely Sitting Room/Office/Nursery. Third floor includes; large Media room, additional Bedroom, two Bonus rooms (gym and office), and a full Bath. Minutes to downtown Darien, Rowayton, shops, restaurants, train, and Award Winning Schools! A rare opportunity for coastal living just 40 miles from NYC. Also, enjoy outstanding evening sunsets!

Rooms & Interior

5 bedrooms beds
5 full + 1 half baths
6,586 square feet sq ft

Room Details

  • Bedroom (Other Level) Hardwood Floor, On 3rd Floor
  • Media Room (Other Level) Entertainment Center, Hardwood Floor, On 3rd Floor
  • Living Room (Main Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Gas Log Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
  • Office (Other Level) Hardwood Floor, On 3rd Floor
  • Dining Room (Main Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Beams, Built-Ins, Gas Log Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
  • Library (Main Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Book Shelves, Wet Bar, Gas Log Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
  • Great Room (Main Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Entertainment Center, Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
  • Office (Upper Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Entertainment Center, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
  • Sun Room (Main Level) Beams, Gas Log Fireplace, French Doors, Limestone Floor
  • Primary Bath (Upper Level) Granite Counters, Dressing Room, Stall Shower, Whirlpool Tub, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom (Upper Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Bedroom Suite, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom (Upper Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Jack & Jill Bath, Hardwood Floor
  • Eat In Kitchen (Main Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Breakfast Nook, Granite Counters, Dining Area, Gas Log Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
  • Primary Br Suite (Upper Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Dressing Room, Fireplace, Hydro-Tub, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor
  • Bedroom (Upper Level) 9 ft+ Ceilings, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
  • Other Rooms Bonus room, Gym, Laundry room, Mud room, Wine cellar

Home Features

Heating

  • Fireplaces: 7
  • Heating: hot air, zoned
  • Heat fuel type: oil
  • Fuel tank: in basement

Cooling

  • Central air

Interior Features

  • Audio system
  • Auto garage door opener
  • Cable - pre-wired
  • Open floor plan
  • Security system

Appliances

  • Gas cooktop
  • Electric range
  • Convection range
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Subzero
  • Dishwasher
  • Instant hot water tap
  • Washer
  • Electric dryer
  • Wine chiller

Home Automation

  • Lock(s)
  • Security system
  • Thermostat(s)

Attic

  • Storage space
  • Floored
  • Pull-down stairs

Basement

  • Full
  • Unfinished
  • Storage

Laundry

  • Location: adjacent to mudroom and back stairs
  • Main level

Energy Features

  • Generator

Exterior Features

  • Terrace
  • Garden area
  • Guest house
  • Stone wall
  • French doors
  • Underground sprinkler

Property Details

Parking

  • Garage spaces: 2
  • Detached garage
  • Paved
  • Driveway

Waterfront

  • Direct waterfront
  • L. i. sound frontage
  • Dock or mooring
  • View

Lot Details

  • Lot surface: 2 acres
  • Lightly wooded
  • Level lot
  • Professionally landscaped
  • Water view
  • Open lot

Driveway

  • Private
  • Crushed stone

Utilities

  • Water: public water connected
  • Sewage: septic

Near-by Amenities

  • Health club
  • Park
  • Playground/tot lot
  • Public transportation

HOA Fee

  • $ 2,500 annually

Construction Details

Style
colonial

Construction year
1912

Exterior Siding
shingle, clapboard

Foundation
concrete, stone

Roof
slate


Area & Town

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

Finance & Listing Info

MLS ID #24042518
Status Active
Listing date August 30, 2024
List price $ 6,995,000
Current price $ 6,995,000
Tax amount $ 59,052
Tax year july 2024-june 2025

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