$6,750,000
New Canaan, CT 06840
MLS# 122046
Status: Closed
8 beds | 8.1 baths
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Property Description
Welcome to Extown Farm, a stunning 17.5-acre estate that once served as New Canaan's historic farm. This rare property offers 3 separate residences, making it perfect for discerned buyers seeking a private compound. At the heart of the estate is the crown jewel: a meticulously restored 7,000 sqft farmhouse that masterfully combines modern luxury with timeless charm. This whole house renovation, completed in 2023 by acclaimed Prutting Custom Builders and designed by renowned architect Joeb Moore, also includes a stunning new addition. Addition features a state-of-the-art kitchen, walk-in pantry, wet bar, family room, foyer/mudroom, luxurious primary suite w/private balcony, double stacked washer/dryer laundry room, and a finished lower level offering additional living space.
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Location Property Info
Sold Price: $6,750,000
Type: Single Family Residence
Street #: 485
Street Name: Laurel
Street Suffix: Road
State: CT
Zip Code: 06840
County: Fairfield
Area: 16 - Out of Town
Property ID: 090 0040 105 00112
# Bdrms: 8
# FBths: 8
Baths: 8.1
OfficeContract Info
Status: Closed
List Date: 2025-02-12
General Property Info
Year Built: 1846
Year Built Desc: Antique
Year Renovations: 2023
Garage #: 3
Elementary School: Out of Town
Middle School: Out of Town
Pool: No
Court: No
Acres +/-: 17.5
Status Change Info
Under Contract Date: 2025-07-31
Sold Date: 2025-07-31
Sold Price: $6,750,000
SP/ASMT: 2.96
Property Features
Entry Hall Comments: Entrance Foyer; Hardwood Floor
Living Room Ceilings: Extra Height
Dining Room Comments: Formal
Family Room Comments: French Doors
Kitchen Comments: Adjacent Family Room; Gourmet; Kitchen Island; Pantry
Primary Bdrm Ceilings: Vaulted
Primary Bdrm Comments: Balcony; Walk-in Closet(s)
Primary Bth Comments: Luxury Bath; Sep Shower
Laundry Comments: Separate Room
Other Room Comments: Butler's Pantry
Other Room Comments 2: Exercise Room
Other Room Comments 3: Mudroom
Design: Farmhouse
Heat System: Forced Air
Heat Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Gas
Attic: Pull Down
Basement Type: Full; Partially Finished
Water Source: Well
Sanitation Source: Septic Tank
Gas Source: Propane
Exterior: Clapboard
Parking Description: Detached Garage
Roof: Wood
Lot Description: Level; Parklike
Documents Available: Building Plans; Call LB; Septic Plan; Survey
Features: Auto Garage Door; Balcony; Generator; Outdoor Shower; Security System; Terrace
Outbuildings: Barn(s); Garage Apartment; Guest House; Shed(s); Stable(s)
Included: All Kitchen Applncs; Call LB; Washer/Dryer; Washer/Dryer Hkup
Excluded: Sculpture
Supplements
The estate also showcases a newly constructed 2-bedroom apartment above a 3-bay garage, complete with a private deck overlooking the picturesque park-like lawn, and a gym with a full bath. Across the property, an award-winning 1-bedroom guest cottage boasts a dramatic 2-story great room, an updated kitchen, a sunroom with a cozy fireplace w/breathtaking views, and a new ADA-compliant bathroom. Additional structures include a barn with an indoor basketball hoop-ideal for recreation or reimagined into something special, a former stable, a 2-story hobby house ideal for a separate home office/creative studio, a historic barn, and a seasonal flower and vegetable garden adding to the charm! The beautifully landscaped grounds offer vast areas to explore, entertain, and relax, from lush perennial gardens and fruit trees to wide open spaces and nature trails. A built-in outdoor fireplace provides year-round fun, and there's ample room for a pool, pool house, and tennis court. Located just minutes from top-rated schools, the train station, downtown New Canaan, and only 47 miles to NYC. 485 Laurel Road offers privacy, luxury, convenience, and peace of mind. Turnkey ready, all you need to do is move in.
Listing Office: Compass Connecticut, LLC
Last Updated: July - 31 - 2025
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