This home, The Pelatiah Leete House, is an impeccably restored jewel of American History for those appreciative admirers of what little remains from this era. Every inch of this large (3140 sqft) 1710 Saltbox has been respectfully preserved with clever and practical adaptations through the centuries. This is a home for those with a touch of romanticism in their heart, who feel moved by being passed the baton of ownership linked back to the time it was built, 23 years before the birth of George Washington! This English post and beam is encapsulated by (now extinct) mature planks of American Chestnut and has delightful built-in nooks, beams and purposeful antique details at every turn. The 31'x15' Living room boasts a massive jaw-dropping 'cooking' fireplace, with 2 beehive ovens within, for baking bread or warming food. The formal dining room with dreamy second fireplace, is directly off of the recently updated the kitchen, with 4 Carrara countertops, providing ample space for prepping and cleaning up after parties! Beautifully nestled on a high and dry knoll above Shell Beach Lagoon and Long Island Sound. The 6 distinct outdoor entertaining spaces ("rooms") have delightful gardens, mature landscaping and formidable stone hardscaping. This was one of the first CT structures to be added to the National Register of Historical Places, yet there are NO building restrictions. Walk to the beach, 5 min ride to shopping under 2 hours from NYC. Ask about option to buy mostly furnished.
For sale
$985,000
575 Leetes Island Road, Guilford, CT 06437
2beds
3,140sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1710
0.64 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$314/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Formidable stone hardscapingAntique detailsEnglish post and beamDelightful gardensMature landscapingCarrara countertopsClever and practical adaptations
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 27, 2025 at 12:01am
Listed by:
Lisa L. Jones,
Higgins Group Bedford Square
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24061534

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry, Sitting Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 257.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.7 x 17.5
Bedroom
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 246.93 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.11 x 17.5
Den
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 257.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.7 x 17.5
Dining room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 246.93 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.11 x 17.5
Kitchen
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Double-Sink, Pantry, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 200.08 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 16.4
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 502.44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.8 x 31.8
Loft
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 379.9 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 29
Office
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 141.48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.8 x 13.1
Sun room
- Features: French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 97.92 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.6 x 10.2
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Smart Thermostat
- Basement: Partial,Storage Space,Interior Entry,Concrete
- Attic: Storage,Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,140
- Total interior livable area: 3,140 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,140
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Water Community
Lot
- Size: 0.64 Acres
- Features: Dry, Level, Sloped, Cleared, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 1117418
- Zoning: R-5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Cedar, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block, Masonry
- Roof: Asphalt,Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1710
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Leetes Island
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Guilford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $314/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $403,900
- Annual tax amount: $11,168
- Date on market: 11/23/2024
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