This exceptional residence, one of Sharon's most historic properties, occupies much of the original 1812 Georgian mansion, home to a notable family, including William F. Buckley, Jr., for over a century. The layout is spacious & flexible, offering multiple options for purchase: 1) purchase in its current layout as a spacious, 6-bedroom residence, 2) divide the current 6-bedroom residence into two spacious 3-bedroom residences, 3) additionally acquire the north wing to recreate a more complete version of the original mansion for use as an expansive single-family residence, a family compound, or separate residences for rental income. The current 6,716 sq ft home has been thoughtfully restored & offers 6 bedrooms with primary suites on both levels, 7 full baths, and 2 powder rooms. The kitchen opens to a stunning library & informal dining area, complemented by formal living & dining rooms, a family room, office, gym, den, laundry room and 7 fireplaces. At the center of the home, a dramatic three-story 1250 sq foot glass atrium (the 1,250 sq ft is not included in the 6,716 sq ft) - enclosing the 1929 courtyard - creates a year-round living space that brings light & openness into the core of the home. This is estate living with the ease of a managed community. Enjoy beautifully maintained grounds with specimen trees & beautiful plantings. Amenities include: junior Olympic-sized heated pool, pool house, tennis court & separate paddle/pickle courts and more. More info below. A defining layer of the home's character comes from early 20th-century additions, including historic hand-crafted tiles, lighting, and other architectural elements and materials rescued in 1929 from post-revolutionary Mexico. These details are fully integrated into the interiors, adding depth and sophistication, without detracting from the home's original design and character. The result is a home that balances scale, history, and livability to a degree increasingly difficult to replicate. The interiors reflect a comprehensive renovation in 2013 that preserved original character, including 3 distinctive original Art Deco bathrooms, while addressing structural, mechanical, and aesthetic elements. Period details, fireplaces, and proportioned rooms are complemented by more tailored updates and curated finishes throughout. A detailed list of upgrades is available upon request. Walk to Sharon village for dining, amenities, 4 churches, and the Sharon hospital; convenient to Hotchkiss, Salisbury, Kent, & Millbrook Schools and nearby golf, tennis, shooting clubs and Lime Rock Raceway. Residence comes with 2 garage spaces, 2 carport spaces and outside parking spaces as well. Two hours from NYC, and 10 minutes to Metro North trains to Grand Central Terminal. Great Elm is a rare opportunity to live in & steward a property of enduring architectural & historical significance without the burden of maintaining the amenities and grounds. All you have to do is come and enjoy turnkey living.
For sale
$3,999,000
1 Great Elm Drive, Sharon, CT 06069
6beds
6,716sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1812
6.34 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$595/sqft
$5,506/mo HOA
What's special
Junior olympic-sized heated poolPool house
- 12 days |
- 2,812 |
- 88 |
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Listed by:
Ann Stettner (917)660-3266,
Neil Charles Real Estate 845-266-8374,
Neil Charles 917-593-0109,
Neil Charles Real Estate
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24173869
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 9
- Full bathrooms: 7
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry, Wine Cellar
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bookcases, High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 504 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 28
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bookcases, Full Bath, Stall Shower, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 20
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 17
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Tub w/Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom Suite, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Tub w/Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 342 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 19
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom Suite, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Tub w/Shower
- Level: Upper
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 21
Den
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 275 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 25
Dining room
- Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 342 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 19
Family room
- Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 342 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 19
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Library
- Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 425 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 25
Living room
- Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 594 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 33
Loft
- Features: Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Balcony/Deck
- Level: Upper
- Area: 55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 x 11
Office
- Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Rec play room
- Features: Built-in Features, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 18
Sun room
- Features: Atrium, Balcony/Deck, Beamed Ceilings, French Doors, Interior Balcony, Patio/Terrace
- Level: Main
- Area: 1150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25 x 46
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiator, Oil
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Mud Room
Features
- Wired for Data, Entrance Foyer, Smart Thermostat
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Heated,Shared Basement,Storage Space,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 7
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,716
- Total interior livable area: 6,716 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,716
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Carport, Detached, Paved, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 4
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Tennis Court(s), Fruit Trees, Rain Gutters, Garden, Stone Wall
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, Heated, Fenced, In Ground
Lot
- Size: 6.34 Acres
- Features: Level, Cleared, Landscaped, Historic District, Open Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Pool House
- Parcel number: 999999999
- Zoning: Per town
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Georgian Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1812
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Doors, Windows
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Health Club, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Private School(s), Stables/Riding
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Gardening Area, Guest Parking, Paddle Tennis, Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Management
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Snow Removal, Sewer, Pest Control, Pool Service, Road Maintenance
- HOA fee: $5,506 monthly
Location
- Region: Sharon
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $595/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,119,100
- Annual tax amount: $12,478
- Date on market: 5/18/2026
- Exclusions: See Property Inclusions/Exclusions Rider in Associated Documents
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,999,000$595/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24173869 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2026 | Listing removed | $3,999,000$595/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24091770 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,999,000+26560%$595/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24091770 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2017 | Sold | $15,000-97.5%$2/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2010 | Sold | $600,000-1.6%$89/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2004 | Sold | $610,000+74.3%$91/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2002 | Sold | $350,000+33.3%$52/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/1998 | Sold | $262,500$39/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,962 +5.7% | $624,400 |
| 2024 | $6,587 -7.4% | $624,400 +26.3% |
| 2023 | $7,116 | $494,200 |
| 2022 | $7,116 -0.7% | $494,200 |
| 2021 | $7,166 +0.7% | $494,200 |
| 2020 | $7,116 | $494,200 |
| 2019 | $7,116 +7.7% | $494,200 +10% |
| 2018 | $6,605 | $449,300 |
| 2017 | $6,605 +2.1% | $449,300 |
| 2016 | $6,470 +5.1% | $449,300 |
| 2015 | $6,155 +3.4% | $449,300 |
| 2014 | $5,953 -23.9% | $449,300 -32.8% |
| 2013 | $7,819 +3.1% | $668,300 |
| 2012 | $7,585 | $668,300 |
| 2011 | $7,585 +4.1% | $668,300 |
| 2010 | $7,284 +5.3% | $668,300 |
| 2009 | $6,917 | $668,300 |
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Neighborhood: 06069
Nearby schools
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- NASharon Center SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Housatonic Valley Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sharon Center
- High: Housatonic
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