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40
Photos
5
beds
8
baths
7,021
sqft
Built in
1917
Welcome to ‘Highover,’ a 30-acre hilltop estate on the lower Connecticut River designed by Alfred Hopkins. Over half a mile of water frontage makes this one of the most private waterfront settings in the state, with natural physical barriers that provide security and protection. Many notable guests have visited, including Albert Einstein, Katherine Hepburn, President Harding, and William Gilette. A 5-year renovation occurred at the sprawling 5 BED/8 BATH chateau residence and the 3 BED/4 BATH 1820s Federal Style guest house next to the pillared gated entry. The ground-up renovations exemplify the owner’s endless devotion to bringing the expected appurtenances into both homes while preserving their classic architecture. A new 3-bay garage with a workshop above and a spacious tobacco barn would accommodate many recreational needs. The dock on Whalebone Creek easily accommodates the owner’s 36’ Hinckley Picnic boat. For larger boats, a 10-minute boat ride brings you to your mooring at Hamburg Cove, one of the East’s best hurricane holes. If your vessel is over sixty feet, marinas are available at the mouth of the river. Lyme is the quintessential enchanted classic New England setting of antique homes, stone walls, and undisturbed countryside. Uniquely poised between New York and Boston and a short ride to world-class entertainment at 2 of the world's largest casinos - Foxwoods & Mohegan Sun. Less than an hour by helicopter from JFK, Logan, and Bradley.
Features & Amenities
Interior
- General:
- Audio System,Auto Garage Door Opener
- Rooms:
- Bonus Room,Exercise Room,Foyer,Laundry Room,Mud Room,Sitting Room,Staff Quarters,Wine Cellar,Workshop
- Appliances:
- Gas Cooktop,Gas Range,Oven/Range,Wall Oven,Microwave,Range Hood,Subzero,Dishwasher,Washer,Electric Dryer,Dryer,Wine Chiller
- Laundry:
- Lower Level,Upper Level
- Basement:
- Partially Finished,Heated,Cooled,Interior Access,Walk-out
- A/C:
- Central Air,Zoned
- Heating:
- Radiant,Zoned, Propane
- Fireplace:
- Fireplaces: 6
Exterior
- General:
- Barn,Covered Deck,Fruit Trees,Guest House,Lighting,Patio,Stone Wall,Terrace,Underground Sprinkler
- Style:
- Chateau
- Pool:
- In Ground Pool,Spa,Heated Pool,Salt Water
Construction
- Roofing:
- Slate
Location
- County:
- New London
Lot
- Driveway:
- Private,Paved,Gravel,Other
- Zoning:
- Zoning, 2327216
Utilities
- Water:
- Private Well
- Sewer:
- Septic
Financial
- Exclusions:
- See Seller's Inclusion/Exclusion Addendums
This listing courtesy of:
William Raveis Real Estate, Edward Hillyer
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Annual homeowners insurance is typically 0.35% of the home’s value but can vary based on insurer.
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About Old Lyme, CT
Housing
- Number of Units
- 5,416
- Median Home Value
- $443,810
- Median Rent
- $1,121
18.30% of housing units are renter occupied.
26.72% are vacant.
Commute
- Car
-
45.77%
- Public Transportation
-
1.20%
- Walk to Work
-
0.69%
- Work from Home
-
51.77%
- Other
-
0.49%
The median travel time to work is 13 minutes.
People
- Population
- 9,289
- Median Age
- 51.50
- Median Household Size
- 2.65
Education
- High School
-
18.18%
- Associate’s Degree
-
6.62%
- Bachelor’s Degree
-
26.50%
- Graduate Degree
-
26.85%
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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