An extraordinary home designed by architect Vincent Amore, an early commissions built closely with the family using native stone from the site. Created with intricate stone wall formations, glass, skylights and wood, it is perfectly sited on 11 acres and combines with pastures and mature trees to provide a peaceful and private retreat. From the dramatic entryway you can see that the living room is the heart of the home with a stunning stone fireplace and floor to ceiling windows that provide views of the beautiful surroundings. The house melds the outdoors and indoors and the patio becomes an extension of the living room in the warmer months, ideal for outdoor entertaining and enjoying the surrounding natural beauty. Charming details abound in the house – uplighting, metalwork, shoji-style screen dividers. The dining room between the large living space and the kitchen has its own views across the fields. There is a wonderful den (with its own fireplace), four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, all fanning out from a central skylit hallway. The primary has its own private hallway, a wall of glass overlooking the gardens, a built in desk/cabinet and an en-suite bathroom. Other features: a two-car carport, a walk-out basement that opens to a sunken courtyard, a barn and grazing pastures for horses, plus a large shed for vehicles and equipment. The owners were early adaptors to solar and panels are located in a nearby field. Abutting acres of protected water company land. Please do not enter the property without an appointment - must have an appointment. Security system in place. A remarkable house and property needing a new owner to bring it back to its glory. Overall, this mid-century modern house is a gem, ready for a discerning buyer to make it their own. Its blend of stone wall formations, glass, and wood create a unique and beautiful exterior, while the interior layout provides plenty of room for comfortable living. The barn, shed and land make it the perfect property with endless opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, farming and gardening. Bethany is known for its rural character, with much of the town covered by forests and farmland. The town is also nearby to several parks and nature preserves. For high school, Bethany students join with those from Woodbridge and Orange to attend Amity Regional High School. Founded as an agricultural community, the town retains its rural character and small-town charm. The saying goes that Bethany has more horses than residents!
Sold for $875,000 on 07/10/23
$875,000
8 Carrington Road, Bethany, CT 06524
4beds
2,581sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
11 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$339/sqft
$4,007 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 10, 2023 at 11:41am
Listed by:
Georgia W. Newcomb 203-804-2287,
Houlihan Lawrence WD 203-787-7800
Bought with:
Robin Thurston, RES.0804627
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170563275
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Full Bath
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Den
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Stone Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Fireplace, Stone Floor, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Basement: Full
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,581
- Total interior livable area: 2,581 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,581
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Carport, Driveway, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Garden
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 11 Acres
- Features: Level, Few Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Stable(s)
- Parcel number: 1056841
- Zoning: R-130
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Paddocks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Stables/Riding
Location
- Region: Bethany