A private oasis awaits in Litchfield county. Located in Bethlehem CT on a cul de sac, with easy access to NYC. Enjoy an expansive circular driveway with white limestone adorning either side of the inviting entry consisting of granite stairs. Marble pillars welcome all visitors at the entrance of the driveway. This home is one of a kind on a double lot of close to 7 acres of serenity. Mature English gardens with cork, dogwood, blueberry, redwood, and countless rose bushes. Two large wildflower beds welcome bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Walk out any of the 4 French doors to the expansive mahogany deck and see only the beautiful back yard. You will have complete privacy. Walk over a solar lit bridge with 2 koi ponds on either side to a gunite pool trimmed in slate with a large stone deck, that was recently re-leveled with polymeric sand for many years of durability, diving board, and multiple seating areas. The pool area is flanked with wild morning glories and Tiger Lilly’s that give bursts of color while relaxing or swimming. Four garages, a 2 bay and and extra long 2 bay allow for numerous spaces and can fit larger recreational vehicles or watercraft. Above the extra long is a full length high ceiling storage room. A breezeway with Doric styled columns and fan is a great place to enjoy the evening under cover. Upon entry to the foyer find a cathedral ceiling with Italian marble floors that leads to a chefs kitchen with marble floors and backsplash, a wolf 36” French top double oven stove, built in fridge and freezer that give immense space for entertaining large parties, including 2 sink areas, 2 dishwashers, a built in Miele wall coffee unit, and built in microwave. An 8 foot granite leathered island is the centerpiece of this one of a kind kitchen. Enjoy gazing into the kitchen from the sunroom that has 3 French doors leading out to the deck and pristine Brazilian cherry floors. The living room with a fireplace trimmed in marble is cozy for a family gathering. The dining room and family room have floor to ceiling windows and hardwood floors. Upstairs you will find a master bedroom with a master bath, his and hers closets, a spa tub, double vanity with green Italian marble floors and wall. Moving down the hall you will find another full bath with double vanity and 2 additional bedrooms.The magnificent room further down the hall with its own full bath and radiant heated flooring is the gem of the house. Enormous windows give the best views of the backyard! This bonus room boasts of hardwood flooring and 2 more large closets. Never be uncomfortable in the summer or winter with 5 heat zones and 2 cooling zones. Double Central AC units, and solar panels allow for cooling without worry! Extra solar panels are bestowed on this house to add an electric car charger and pool heater if desired. A full unfinished basement is spectacular for a work out area, play or game room area, or storage area. Storage will never be an issue in this home ! A partially finished movie room on the 3rd floor with platform seating area with its own heating/cooling system already installed is an area for you to finish to your liking !
Sold
$999,900
87 Auncient Oak Road, Bethlehem, CT 06751
4beds
4,525sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1992
6.04 Acres lot
$1,101,500 Zestimate®
$221/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: November 14, 2023 at 01:58pm
Listed by:
Timothy Drakeley,
Drakeley Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Karen Newton, REB.0756675
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170583047

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Main
Sun room
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Central Vacuum, Entrance Foyer
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full
- Attic: Walk-up,Storage
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,525
- Total interior livable area: 4,525 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,525
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Private, Circular Driveway, Asphalt, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Breezeway, Garden, Sidewalk
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Gunite
Lot
- Size: 6.04 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Open Lot, Subdivided, Dry, Secluded, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 797972
- Zoning: R-1
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Fiberglass
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1992
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Golf, Private School(s)
Location
- Region: Bethlehem
Services availability

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