45 Forest Drive, Salem, CT 06420

$6,000,000 Asking Price

4 beds
5 baths
16,072  sqft
Built in 2007

Embark on a journey of unrivaled luxury. Nestled on the shores of Gardner Lake, this grand lakefront estate is a masterpiece of elegance and tranquility. Once the site of a historic boy scout camp. Every corner of this 32-acre landscaped sanctuary with 1000' of direct waterfront is infused with legacy and timeless charm. Enjoy your own private sandy beach, dock and indulge in the serenity of arboretum-quality gardens. The main house, a modern Adirondack lodge exudes opulence and comfort, offering an array of amenities from an indoor saltwater pool, sauna and a fully equipped commercial kitchen along with a movie theater, billiard room, wine seller and game room with kitchen, refreshment bar and a second inscribed fireplace! The property also features two separate self sustaining guest cottages. Cottage 1 contains 1,300 square feet with 2 Bedrooms and 1 Full Bath. Cottage 2 contains 1,056 square feet with 3 bedrooms 2 Full Baths. With conceptual plans for additional homes, this estate promises to be more than just a residence - it's an investment in luxury living and endless possibilities.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Audio System,Auto Garage Door Opener,Elevator,Open Floor Plan,Sauna,Security System
Rooms:
Foyer,Laundry Room,Sauna,Wine Cellar,Workshop
Appliances:
Gas Cooktop,Wall Oven,Microwave,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Subzero,Icemaker,Dishwasher,Instant Hot Water Tap,Washer,Dryer,Wine Chiller
Laundry:
Main Level
Basement:
Full,Heated,Fully Finished,Garage Access,Interior Access
A/C:
Ceiling Fans,Central Air,Zoned
Heating:
Hydro Air,Radiant,Zoned, Propane
Fireplace:
Fireplaces: 4

Exterior

General:
Balcony,Underground Utilities,Wrap Around Deck,Deck,Garden Area,Lighting,French Doors,Underground Sprinkler
Style:
Chateau,Chalet
Pool:
Gunite,Heated Pool,Salt Water,Indoor Pool

Construction

Roofing:
Shake

Location

County:
New London

Lot

Zoning:
RUA, 1563943

Utilities

Water:
Private Well
Sewer:
Septic

This listing courtesy of:
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Kathleen Pupa

About Salem, CT

Housing

Number of Units
1,723
Median Home Value
$312,923
Median Rent
$1,391

14.77% of housing units are renter occupied.

7.00% are vacant.

Commute

Car
56.41%
Public Transportation
0.90%
Walk to Work
0.00%
Work from Home
42.34%
Other
0.19%

The median travel time to work is 20 minutes.

People

Population
4,252
Median Age
39.70
Median Household Size
2.77

Education

High School
19.03%
Associate’s Degree
11.41%
Bachelor’s Degree
28.23%
Graduate Degree
24.38%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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