Spectacular views of Lake Quassapaug
Tranquility Farm Carriage House
| Kathy Ashton (203) 598-6236 |  |
Spectacular views of Lake Quassapaug Tranquility Farm Carriage House
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| List Price: | $1,850,000 | Bedrooms: | 4 | Type: | Res |
| Baths: | 3 | Lot Size: | 2.150 |  | 378 Upper Whittemore Middlebury, CT 06762 |
| MLS#: | L129977 | Sq Ft: | 3928 | ||
| Status: | Active | Garage: | 0 | ||
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| Perfectly placed, like a fairy-tale setting, this 1910 shingle style home is surrounded by sweeping lawns, superbly placed gardens, century old stone walls and has breathtaking views of the Lake Quassapaug. Featured in Renovation Style magazine and photographed by the Smithsonian Institute for their National Archives of American Gardens , the surrounding property is rich with lilies, roses, lacecap hydrangea, astilbe, floxglove, hostas and specimen trees to name a few. Peeking above the gardens you will see the dovecote folly which offers a comfortable place for relaxing and enjoying the views. The picture perfect outside continues inside with the complete renovation of this 3,500 Sq. ft. carriage house. Originally part of the 300-acre estate of industrialist, John Howard Whittemore, the interior has been transformed into a magnificent showpiece with the comfort and warmth you would expect from a cozy country home.
Unique details throughout include hand carved linen-fold paneled cabinets acquired from a NY estate, topped with a 15' antique hemlock plank countertop. Honed granite countertops with natural stone/slate backsplash frame the French Lacanche range. The first level Great room , open to the kitchen, boasts a fieldstone fireplace encased by custom cabinetry with geometric design wood and slate tile flooring. The original carriage doors adorn the dining area with triple French doors leading to a patio and into the gardens. The potting/laundry room is spacious with hand painted cabinetry by artist, Thyrza Whittemore, direct descendent of the original owner. The upstairs living room has antique beams, vaulted ceiling, the second fieldstone fireplace, loft area and plank flooring. "Romeo and Juliet" balcony overlooks the lush grounds and lake. Master bedroom suite offers a fabulous bath with large soaking tub, steam shower, dual vanities and dressing room. Three additional bedrooms and two additional full baths complete the interior living space. Moisan Architects in collaboration with interior designer, Carole Winer-Sorensen, have brilliantly combined the historic elements of this home with distinctive modern amenities, creating an elegant and charming country estate |
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