1403 Ponus Ridge, New Canaan CT

SOLD  9/30/2020  $2,400,000

A relaxing and peaceful country setting with a story-book provenance dating back over a 100 years, this family-style compound creates an idyllic, private getaway. Originally part of the Woolworth estate and completely surrounded by light woodlands and natural landscaping, the light-filled farmhouse features a designer kitchen with charming breakfast nook and fireplace. The turn key spaces also feature an adjacent family room and mudroom (both filled with walls of custom cabinetry); a light-filled living room with coffered ceiling and centered fireplace; dining room with original paneled fireplace; and a private study/library with fireplace and wet bar.

The second floor master suite with sitting room with dual walk-in closets and an exercise room also has an additional three bedrooms. A welcoming screened porch steps out to a broad wrap-around bluestone terrace with stone surround on to a sweeping lawn ready for outdoor recreation. Its complemented with a garden potting shed and a hillside “camp” with sitting deck, fire pit and Wifi for outdoor movie viewing. The adjacent party barn has a full kitchen and hobby room/office; and a second floor with two bedrooms and a full bath. With a wall of glass and French doors opening to the pool and cabana finishing the picture-perfect setting, it’s modern family-style fun for everyone.