Goodbye Old Friend
Monday, August 19, 2019After planning, building and watching this fabulous new construction come to life, we are happy to say it has a new owner. Goodbye old friend.
249 Old Kings Highway South. Beautifully built, sitting on just a bit more than an acre. SOLD for $2,200,000
If there was ever a blank canvas for someone to create a beautiful home, this is it. I always thought that if Paloma Contrera got her hands on this house she would transform the interiors with her classic yet chic Style.
I have been crazy about Paloma Contreras‘s work lately, and her blog La Dolce Vita is a must read. Her new book, DREAM DESIGN LIVE, will sit beautifully on your coffee table and give you endless ideas if nothing else!
Listed by Abigail Moore and Kim Swift/Houlihan Lawrence in Darien.
Built by Bryan Mungar of Flagship Builders, Stamford CT
25 Nearwater Lane – RENTED
Thursday, October 27, 2016Our newest listing has hit the market this week. 25 Nearwater lane, built in 1935, is a traditional colonial that captures everything you can imagine when you think about “going home”. Big rooms and great “bones”, architectural details (THE STAIRCASE!) and the ever important kitchen where everyone ends up hanging out – it has it all here. The neighborhood of Noroton Manor offers water access for your boat, and tennis courts. Walking distance to all of that as well as the Blue Ribbon Hindley School. Offered through Houlihan Lawrence. Rented as of 12/1/16
This is truly a special house. We LOVE this house; there really is “good juju” here. It feels right when you walk in and we promise you won’t want to leave. If you are in the market to rent a house that would make even Nancy Meyers proud, call us. Houlihan Lawrence is a phone call away to your new home away from home.
If you are working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
496 Hoyt Street – LOVE it here first
Wednesday, October 12, 2016
We are so happy to show you our new exclusive at 496 Hoyt Street in Darien. This house brings together a chic space and a fabulous opportunity for anyone looking to move right into a wonderful home that combines old and new, modern finishes and the glowing patina of a 1910 Farmhouse. Three bedrooms, three full baths, great outdoor space, a separate two car garage and convenient to both Darien and New Canaan’s shopping and trains. Asking $729,000. through Houlihan Lawrence. SOLD
If you have been looking for “that house“, the one that clearly distinguishes itself in the price point, this is “that house“. If you would like to see it, call us. Don’t wait!
If you are working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
8 Laforge
Monday, October 10, 20168 Laforge Road stands out with a bright open floor plan and lots of space for entertaining; not something you might expect in a classic colonial house. And, even better is the fantastic garden you see immediately as you walk through the house. An exceptional, landscaped, flat back yard checks the ever important box of “I want a flat yard” that you just don’t find in this price range right now. Four bedrooms, three full baths, lots of natural sunlight (even at tea time) and plenty of closet space. If there was ever a time to look closely at how quality is worth every penny, now is the time! Asking $1,345,000 offered through Houlihan Lawrence.
If you are coming out to look at real estate in Darien, or live in the area and would like to go see this lovely house, call us! We would love to show it to you.
If you are currently working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
The Jewel in The Crown
Friday, September 23, 2016We all heard last week about the Ziegler Estate (Great Island) coming on the market. The Wall Street Journal covered that pretty well. Now, 214 Long Neck Point has come on, brining to an end another family’s long history on the coveted neighborhood road. Journey’s End is officially on the market though Houlihan Lawrence asking $14,395,000. 248′ of direct waterfront, and 2.86 acres facing South West where the sunsets and the skyline of Manhattan never disappoint.
If you would like to see this “small wonder”, call us! It would our pleasure to give you a tour (of course with it’s fabulous listing agent Maggie Marchesi).
If you are currently working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
Back into the Fall Market
Wednesday, September 21, 2016It sure has been slow in the real estate world the last four or five months, but Spring inventory is finally selling across all price points ( 13 Sunnyside, 21 Sunset, 33 Denhurst, 49 Goodwives River Road, 16 Beach Drive, 40 Morley Lane, 10 Meadow Brook, 259 Mansfield, 26 Stephanie and 6A Cross Road to name a few), and fabulous new inventory is coming to market. 8 Sunset comes to mind. It is a beautifully updated and expanded colonial centrally located in Darien. You really can walk to town from Sunset yet feel private on a great neighborhood street. Five bedrooms, four and one half baths, finished basement. Asking $2,425,000 offered by Houlihan Lawrence. SOLD
Let’s go see this! If you are looking for more space and want to spare yourself the headache of a long renovation, this is the house!
If you are currently working with a realtor, this is not a solicitation.
13 Sunnyside Avenue – SOLD 10/15/16
Thursday, August 25, 2016
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.
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.
You Saw It Here First
Sunday, May 22, 2016A quick pre-view of great things to come…on May 31, our fabulous new listing will go on the MLS. 13 Sunnyside Avenue in Darien. A 3/4 bedroom, 3 full bath house on this wonderful street. Renovated and ready for you to move right in!
First Broker’s Open House is May 31, showings start immediately after. If you are interested in more information, call us. We are happy to fill you in on the details. This house is not to be missed!
We will host a Public Open House on Sunday June 5. Watch for times listed here and the Darien Times. We look forward to seeing you there!
If you are currently working with an agent, this is not a solicitation. If you are working with an agent, we look forward to hearing from them!
London Calling – WOW price reduction
Tuesday, May 10, 2016Lately I have been following Rita Konig‘s columns in House & Garden, ELLLE Decor, and a few other of my favorite books. Rita’s website highlights her undisputed talent in the design world – not to mention her sensational taste making style. She is a perfect choice for creating cozy chic and comfortable interiors which instantly brings to mind 123 Middlesex Road. You may remember a few years ago it was on the market and was in need of some thoughtful renovations. Today, it is back on the market in full glory with a new floor plan and terrific updates. This just seems like a ‘no brainer’ if you are looking in this price range. Listed by Houlihan Lawrence and asking $1,115,000. THIS PROPERTY IS CURRENTLY NOT ON THE MARKET
There are so many reasons to go look at 123 Middlesex. Come out with us. We would love to show you.
If you are currently working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
Photographs courtesy of ritakonig.com
More fabulous inventory!
Wednesday, March 23, 2016What a treat to have more new listings that are equally appealing yet so different. And, on opposite sides of town which reinforces how great all the neighborhoods are here in Darien.
Hallelujah! The Connecticut Colonial is not entirely dead and gone to the massive, new construction Darien has seen so much of in the last ten or fifteen years (not that we haven’t liked a few of the new houses). 11 Point O’Woods is that charming Connecticut Colonial. Very authentic and lovely. Very well taken care by its owners who clearly understand how to combine chic and charm. Great wall paper and fabric throughout the house gives you all the “new” you need! Love this house. Listed by Halstead, asking $1,795,000. Four bedrooms, four and one half baths, situated on about an acre. LISTING CANCELLED
121 Leroy also just came on – listed by Linda Malpass – and it’s a fabulous “in town” option. Perfectly situated to walk to restaurants, the Darien train station, and Tilly Pond Park. Renovated, fresh and ready to go with a terrific back yard. A perfect house to get your feet wet here in Darien. Four bedrooms, two and one half baths Asking $1,275,000. SOLD
Lots to see out there. If you are interested in going out and looking, call us. We would love to show you some of the great inventory on the market now.
If you are currently working with an agent, this is not a solicitation!
Out on The Trail
Monday, March 7, 2016As we roll into March, I am happy to report that there are a lot of really fabulous houses on the market in all price ranges. Spring is in the air and the weather conditions are perfect for house hunting so if you are thinking of making a move, get out there! More than 12 Brokers Open Houses last week had us “high tailing it” all over town and gave us a peek into what buyers can look forward to.
By far, I have to say, the Jewel in The Crown on the Open House circuit was 57 Knollwood. Set at the end of the street, and on a beautiful open lot. You really can’t do better than this. Demonstrating that Big is NOT BETTER this house has 4 bedrooms, two full and one half bath, high ceilings and beautiful details that include a slate roof. Asking $2,250,000 offered through Houlihan Lawrence. SOLD AND CLOSED
Next I headed over to the two new listings on Beach in the beloved neighborhood of Noroton Manor. Both houses are terrific and both are listed by Houlihan Lawrence.
5 Beach, asking $1,895,000, has four bedrooms, three and one half baths and a massive finished basement! Great curb appeal and some very nice detail in this 1931 house. (This house is no longer for sale)
16 Beach also came on this week, and it too has a lot to offer. Including opportunity for expansion! Four bedrooms, three and one half baths, flat back yard. It’s renovated and move in ready. This house is a great option in a super location. Asking $1,625,000. SOLD
Also on the market is 3 Timber Lane and 17 Winding Lane. Different neighborhoods and different styles but nice options for the price point in the mid-two millions.
Feeling proud that HL has such great inventory. But, I will say that the house on 3 Edgerton Court, listed by Halstead, was also a very well done. Deceivingly small from the outside, the house has five bedrooms, four and one half baths and a third floor adding yet more space to the spacious floor plan. Totally renovated in 2007, the house looks brand new and really well maintained. Great price point for so much space! And, you really can walk to the train from this address as well as to the middle and high schools!
Excited to get out and show some of these. If you are interested in seeing any one of these houses, give us a call. Or, if you are thinking about selling your house give us a call. We would love to help you learn more about the market and discuss where you house fits in. After all, we love real estate!
If you are currently working with an agent/broker, this is not a solicitation.
SOLD AND CLOSED
Monday, February 1, 2016We are happy to report that we have listed and sold
in just twelve weeks
our listing at
25 Brush Island Road
Sale Price – $5,850,000
If you are interested in learning more about waterfront property in Darien, give us a call.
If you are currently working with an agent, this is not a solicitation.
This Christmas put a contract in your stocking!
Tuesday, November 10, 2015174 Long Neck Point Road will be the gift this Christmas that keeps on giving. What a spectacular example of “all the rooms you need”. Originally designed by Wadia Associates, this house has been renovated to a truly sophisticated level with a clear understanding of a classic european aesthetic. The quality and the choice of materials here distinguish this house from the other’s on the market today. (In the price range, of course). Four bedrooms, four full and two half baths, sited on one acre, walking distance to Pear Tree Beach and the Boat Club. Asking $4,295,000. Offered through William Pitt/Sothebys in Darien. LISTING HAS EXPIRED. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS PROPERTY, PLEASE CALL US.
If you are thinking about making a change from the Connecticut classic it is worth taking a look at this very special house. It is a unique opportunity on the market today. You will have the pleasure of living along the Connecticut coast line with all the “je ne said quoi” you want. Call us! We would love to show this exceptional gem.
If you are working with an agent, this is not a solicitation. All photos are courtesy of William Pitt/Sotheby’s in Darien.
Not Your Mother’s Connecticut Colonial
Monday, November 2, 2015You may have seen our fabulous new listing on our Facebook page, but if you have not we have to say that it is indeed “bringing it” to the Fall market. A collaboration between our seller and her Westport architect, the end result is the ultimate modern, chic farmhouse. Simply gorgeous. Six bedrooms, six and one half baths, a pool and private beach, all privately tucked away on Brush Island. If you are looking for a new and exceptional way of life in Darien, this might be it. Our exclusive listing through Houlihan Lawrence/Darien. Asking $5,995,000.
If you would like to see this “game changer” of a house, please call us. We love showing it! If you want your agent to show you, have them call us to set up the appointment!