The Otnes House is a true floating oasis and now available as a summer rental! This rolling property overlooks nearly 3.5 acres, complete with a one-of-a-kind pool carved into a natural stone quarry with beautiful surrounding gardens. John Johansen of the celebrated Harvard Five designed this mid-century modern for famous collage artist Fred Otnes, who lived here for over 50 years. Walls of glass bring in beautiful natural light; expansive decks & pergolas have created an open floor plan concept to bring the outside in. The renovated kitchen features Bauformat cabinetry and high end European appliances, and the primary bedroom has a sitting room, office area and attached artist studio. Two additional bedrooms and two bathrooms complete the main house, and adjacent to the home is a two-car garage with ample room for storage or an additional studio space. The property is approximately 50 miles/90min from New York City and 5 minutes to a Metro-North stop which takes you directly to Grand Central. Redding offers an abundance of trails, nearby shops and restaurants of Westport, Darien and Ridgefield. A wonderful place to call home.
House for rent
$13,000/mo
Fees may apply
26 Chalburn Rd, Redding, CT 06896
3beds
3,004sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Singlefamily
Available now
-- Pets
Central air, wall unit
In unit laundry 
2 Parking spaces parking
Electric, oil, solar, forced air, fireplace
What's special
Attached artist studioWalls of glassBauformat cabinetryHigh end european appliancesBeautiful surrounding gardensOffice areaRolling property
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Travel times
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
 - Bathrooms: 2
 - Full bathrooms: 2
 
Rooms
- Room types: Workshop
 
Heating
- Electric, Oil, Solar, Forced Air, Fireplace
 
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall Unit
 
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Stove, Washer
 - Laundry: In Unit, Lower Level
 
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Open Floorplan
 - Has basement: Yes
 - Has fireplace: Yes
 - Furnished: Yes
 
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,004 sqft
 
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
 - Parking features: Covered
 - Details: Contact manager
 
Features
- Exterior features: Architecture Style: Contemporary, Detached, Dry, Electric Water Heater, Entrance Foyer, Garage Door Opener, Heating system: Forced Air, Heating: Electric, Heating: Oil, Heating: Solar, In Ground, Lot Features: Secluded, Dry, Rolling Slope, Open Lot, Lower Level, Open Floorplan, Open Lot, Park, Rolling Slope, Secluded, Sitting Room, Solar Hot Water, Subzero, Tennis Court(s), Water Heater
 - Has private pool: Yes
 
Details
- Parcel number: REDDM19L80
 
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
 - Architectural style: Contemporary
 - Property subtype: SingleFamily
 
Condition
- Year built: 1960
 
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Tennis Court(s)
 
HOA
- Amenities included: Pool, Tennis Court(s)
 
Location
- Region: Redding
 
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 12 Months,24 Months,Three Years,Month To Month
 
Price history
| Date | Event | Price | 
|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2025 | Listed for rent | $13,000-35%$4/sqft | 
Source: Smart MLS #24133865   | ||
| 8/30/2025 | Listing removed | $20,000$7/sqft | 
Source: Smart MLS #24099576   | ||
| 5/29/2025 | Listed for rent | $20,000+53.8%$7/sqft | 
Source: Smart MLS #24099576   | ||
| 5/20/2025 | Listing removed | $13,000$4/sqft | 
Source: Smart MLS #24071893   | ||
| 1/31/2025 | Listed for rent | $13,000-35%$4/sqft | 
Source: Smart MLS #24071893   | ||

