$9,710,000
Greenwich, CT 06831
MLS# 111708
Status: Closed
7 beds | 8.1 baths | 16775 sqft
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Property Description
This exquisite country estate on 5.25 acres is showcased by a 16,000 sq ft European manor designed to be luxurious yet warm & unpretentious. A dedication to quality & details throughout. All rooms are spacious, w/ high ceilings & bathed in natural light from custom mahogany casement windows & doors. The refined front entrance hall w/2 story domed ceiling & curved mahogany staircase flows graciously into the formal living & dining rooms featuring custom millwork & wall finishes. The heart of the home includes an expansive chef's kitchen w/ custom cabinetry, quality appliances, butler's pantry, 400 bottle wine room & spacious breakfast area adjoining a bright & airy family room. Nearby are impressive his & her studies & a unique two-story sunroom w/ walls of glass. Upstairs, a blend of
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Location Property Info
Sold Price: $9,710,000
Type: Single Family Residence
Street #: 857
Street Name: Lake
Street Suffix: Avenue
State: CT
Zip Code: 06831
County: Fairfield
Area: 3 - Greenwich
Property ID: 11-2428
# Bdrms: 7
# FBths: 8
Baths: 8.1
OfficeContract Info
Status: Closed
List Date: 2020-11-16
General Property Info
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovations: 2002
Year Addition: 2002
Garage #: 7
Elementary School: Parkway
Middle School: Western
Pool: Yes
Pool Description: Auto Pool Cover
Court: No
Court Description: Possible Site
SqFt +/-: 16775
Acres +/-: 5.25
Status Change Info
Under Contract Date: 2021-07-19
Sold Date: 2021-09-17
Sold Price: $9,710,000
SP/ASMT: 1.57
Sold Price/SqFt: 578.84
Property Features
Entry Hall Ceilings: Dome; Extra Height
Entry Hall Comments: Grand Entrance
Living Room Ceilings: Coffered; Extra Height
Living Room Comments: Bay Window(s)
Dining Room Ceilings: Coffered; Extra Height
Dining Room Comments: French Doors
Family Room Ceilings: Extra Height
Family Room Comments: Adjacent Kitchen
Powder Room Ceilings: Extra Height
Kitchen Ceilings: Extra Height
Kitchen Comments: Bay Window; Gourmet
Primary Bdrm Ceilings: Extra Height; Tray
Primary Bdrm Comments: Primary Bedroom Suite
Primary Bth Ceilings: Extra Height
Primary Bth Comments: Luxury Bath
Dbl Bdrms Ceilings: Extra Height
Sngl Bdrms Ceilings: Extra Height
Bath Ceilings: Extra Height
Staff Comments: 1 Bath
Laundry Comments: Separate Room
Other Room Ceilings: Extra Height
Other Room Comments: Office Space
Other Room Ceilings 2: Extra Height
Other Room Comments 2: Playroom
Other Room Comments 3: Media Room
Design: English Manor
Cooling System: Central Air
Heat System: Hydro-Air
Heat Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Oil
Attic: Full; Walk Up
Basement Type: Finished; Full
Water Source: Well
Sanitation Source: Septic Tank
Gas Source: Propane
Exterior: Brick
Parking Description: Attached; Detached
Roof: Slate
Lot Description: Fenced; Parklike
Features: Auto Gate; Back Stairs; Balcony; Elevator; Fountain; Generator; Intercom
Outbuildings: Cottage w/Kitchen; Guest House; Shed(s)
Included: All Kitchen Applncs; Phone System; Washer/Dryer
Supplements
timeless style & flair co-exists in the master bedroom suite where an oval entry foyer w/ domed ceiling leads into a sitting room w/ fireplace & then into the spacious master sleeping quarters. Highlights include 12-foot tray ceilings, huge his/her closets & 2 balconies w/ sweeping views of the estate. 5 additional sunny & spacious en-suite bedrooms & an additional family/recreation room w/ 12' tray ceiling complete the second floor. The finished lower level includes an enormous party/playroom, billiard room, soundproof home theater, office & 2,000 bottle wine cellar w/ bar & tasting area. Prominent features of this gated property include a graceful stone paved driveway that glides into a circular motor courtyard centered around a custom sculptured 3 Egret fountain. The rear yard includes a large granite patio looking out across a scenic lawn towards the architecturally designed guest cottage & outdoor entertainment center. The 1,100-sf cottage boasts a cedar cathedral ceiling & cedar floors, fireplace, kitchen, bedroom and a lower level w/ private garage & workshop. Attached to the cottage is a 1,200-sf wraparound leisure deck which overlooks the 45 x 20 ft pool and spa w/ picturesque views of the nearby Monet style pond & beyond. The panoramic views of this property are unmatched w/ specimen plantings & dramatic screens of towering evergreens, beautiful flower beds, apple orchard, and numerous mature oak & maple trees. Special features of the home include a 6- bay attached garage w/ 12' ceilings, 2 additional staircases, 2 full laundry rooms, a 4 stop elevator, home automation, 65KW generator, extensive security system, 6 zone climate control, central vacuum, and 2 wells. 857 Lake Avenue is truly a residence that leaves nothing to be desired. Reward yourself with this landmark estate.
Listing Office: William Raveis Real Estate
Last Updated: October - 15 - 2025
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