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13 Sunnyside Avenue – SOLD 10/15/16
Thursday, August 25, 2016
13 Sunnyside Avenue. It’s a story book beginning to a wonderful life in a great neighborhood.
There is no question you will love the opportunity to live in this wonderful and charming three/four bedroom home that we listed last week. It has an exceptional back yard and terrace where you will spend summer evenings entertaining and enjoying the privacy of the beautiful and established garden. The Peony are about to pop so come see us this Sunday and enjoy a glass of iced tea on the fabulous front porch. Asking $1,229,000. Listed by Abigail Moore and Kim Swift at Houlihan Lawrence.
Open floor plan for easy living.
Large and light Master bedroom over looking the garden. It’s a lovely room and very spacious.
I can’t think of another listing that has such a fabulous garden at this price point. Private and special back there!
So charming! Love this terrace for Summer dining.
If you would like more information on our listing, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are happy to show you this wonderful home.
If you are currently working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
18 Fairmead – The lifestyle part II
Monday, May 11, 2015
Julie Murphy holding the Dowager, one of her three chickens.
A beautiful garden fenced in for the chickens.
Free Range.
A new addition to the garden, with four varieties of apples!
She is laying an egg!!
Once upon a time there was a basement, and it was transformed into a mudroom and living space like no other!
Mudroom hooks and storage
The details.
NO ONE would have imagined the transformation.
The floors have radiant heat.
Movie night here would be just fine, thank you.
Even the required egress is fab!
Crafts room for the kids.
Everything those little creative minds need!
Thanks Julie for letting us into your amazing home. We cannot wait to see what you have up your sleeve!
THE CREAM ALWAYS RISES TO THE TOP – Fabulous price adjustment!
Friday, June 21, 2013After a while, walking into a house that has all the “bells and whistles”, and the proverbial “decorated and clean look”, makes no impression; it’s hard to distinguish one house from the other. Why is one better than the other? Not sure.
But, as we turned in to 3 Nolen Lane I started to hear Handel’s Messiah blast through my head…”Hallelujah…Hallelujah!” (If you haven’t sat to listen to that lately, now would be a good time). 5 bedrooms/ 6 full baths/ 2 1/2 baths, gorgeous pool, terraces, two fireplaces, cedar shingle roof, and a beautiful property. Depending on the tone you want to set with the decorating, I am thinking either Suzanne Kasler or Henrietta Spencer-Churchill would create a fabulous and livable space here. Asking $2,925,000 by Sheree Frank at HOULIHAN LAWRENCE. SOLD AND CLOSED.
Beautifully maintained and not over manicured.
Fabulous. Original. Love this Lamp Post. The Clematis is not bad either!
Beautiful antique outdoor lights. They are GORGE!
Always better up close and personal…
Beautiful property, and gardening opportunities abound. Might be time to pop into Marvin Gardens up in Wilton! (Route 7).
Summer garden. Thinking about urns, planters…
Peeking through to the pool.
Terraces, flower beds, pool side… I am thinking about the stunning selection at Janus et Cie one might put around the pool. (Still obsessed with Janus et Cie).
Another angle of the pool. As you can see, its private and will be a wonderful place to find you self floating in August!
Living room at 3 Nolen Lane. Note sunroom at the end.
An idea for the sun room off the living room by Henrietta Spencer-Churchill.
Sun filled and comfortable living room by Suzanne Kasler.
Another living room I love by Suzanne Kasler. Would be smashing here on Nolen Lane.
I love this room as well. By Henrietta Spencer-Churchill. Nice Bar!
Dining room at Nolen Lane.
A dining room by Suzanne Kasler. Love that grass cloth on the walls. Chic and makes the room a little less formal. Love the Ironstone. Great for all the peonies in bloom now!
Or, maybe do what Henrietta Spencer-Chruchill might do. Here is one of hers. A little more formal. Love it too!
Family Room off kitchen at Nolen Lane.
One of Henrietta Spencer-Churchill’s laundry. Could be very cool on Nolen Lane. There is plenty of space for a fab room like this!
The architect Jan Vink built three or four of the quintessential Connecticut colonials on this street. Now, all these years later, they are still oozing curb appeal. Its a fabulous street with lots of “residential eye candy”. If you are in the market for something that stands out, you need to see this. Please call us if you want to see it. We would love to show you this property. (And no, I won’t make anyone listen to Handel’s Messiah!)
If you are currently working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
Photos curtesy of Suzanne Kasler and Spencer-Churchill Designs
PREVIEW THE 1ST ANNUAL GARDEN SHOW IN STAMFORD, CT. THIS WEEKEND
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Get there early!
I went down to the Antique & Artisan Center today and what a transformation that is underway. It has been filled with garden objects of every shape, size, color and material. Just about everything needs to be in my house but how will it all fit! Everyone was hard at work in the pouring rain getting ready for tomorrow. This is NOT TO BE MISSED. Whether you need something or not, need a gift for mom or yourself, take some time and go down there this weekend. I bet you will leave with something you will cherish forever.
Not for the garden but who cares. (it’s huge)
LOVED THESE!
Gorg for the summer porch.
These are sensational…..the red just makes them even more fabulous.
These are really cool in person.
The energy was electric. Everyone was excited in anticipation for the weekend.
A must buy!
Any piece you buy here can be upholstered in their fabric room. The problem is going to be which one to pick.
Trims like I have never seen.
If you are renovating a bathroom, everything you need is here.
Loving the pineapple.
Is this just amazing….was hard to leave it I just do not have a room that is big enough.
Of course I love this.
Our friends at the AAC.
It was pouring but I was able to grab this shot. It is just a feast for the eyes.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Antique and Artisan Center Garden Show
Tuesday, May 7, 2013Get there early!
This is just the “tip of the ice berg”
We had a great time browsing today at the Antique and Artisan Center in anticipation of this fabulous event. Turns out there is SO MUCH MORE coming!
Vignettes inside and out.. All over the Center you will find wonderful inspiration and beautiful pieces for your garden.
Sculpture adds unusual flare. Apparently there is some fantastic stuff coming in!
Don’t miss what is certain to be a treasure hunt for your garden.
Have fun, and if you find something for your garden, send us a picture! We would love to see your treasure.
Pear Tree Paradise
Monday, March 19, 2012
I was reading an article in the latest athome (Moffley Media) called “Rock Stars”, a piece on rock landscaping and rock design which becomes one with the house. Well, if you want to see rock used in design and landscaping, you will want to see this new listing on Pear Tree Point. As brokers we get to see beautiful houses and luxurious lifestyles that are a pleasure to bring to market. This Pear Tree Point Sanctuary raises the bar for us here in Darien. Certainly, the house and it’s superbly designed (Architect Mac Patterson) and crafted interior is something that will excite a buyer, but the outside is what brings this house to a standard not often seen.
The stonework: the fireplace, with a double hearth, is the centerpiece of the outdoor living area. The masterly crafted walls are a work of art. The perfectly proportioned floor plan of the grounds and pool area, along with the outdoor kitchen and guest house, gives you an unparalleled entertainment compound . The “piece de resistance” it is the replica of the Stone of Accord. This upright stone with a hole in the center ” has been used for centuries by tradesmen and married couples who would link their fingers through the hole signifying the renewal of their contracts”. (the original is at Old Head golf course in Ireland).
The sighting of the house on the property ensures fantastic views of the water from the inside, and complete privacy around the pool and outdoor entertaining space. If you are looking for a stunningly thought out property, this is it. Note: the seashells in the driveway are a wonderful touch.
This property is offered for sale at $7,395,000 through Doug Milne and Sheree Frank at Kelly Associates. If you are interested in seeing it, please contact us.
If you are working with an agent, this is not a solicitation. THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD
Secret Garden
Friday, March 16, 2012
Very special in Salem Straits
We can’t say enough about this house. Magical comes to mind. Renovated with taste and style, no stone is left unturned for the buyer who looking for something that really stands out in this market. And the location doesn’t hurt either. Lots of space for kids, friends, and fabulous parties on the terrace. This gorgeous brick country house built in 1919, perched in Salem Straits overlooking its magical garden and pool will whisper sweet nothings to you as you walk, no run, to sign that contract! This property is offered at $3,795,000 through Kelly associates. If you would like to see this property, please contact us. P. S. Should have mentioned the coffer-ed ceilings in the dining room. They are stained a very dark mahogany; absolutely fabulous. Was also thinking about how Miles Redd might decorate this house. Check out his portfolio! www.milesredd.com . Also fabulous!!!
If you are working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
THIS PROPERTY IS NO LONGER ON THE MARKET
Spring is almost here
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Kim and Abigail love to garden. Stay tuned….