117 Elys Ferry Road

Closed 2/13/26
Closed 2/13/26
Much-admired, often photographed & painted. A true Country Estate.
Last Sold Price
$3,250,000
5 beds4,956 sqft$656/sqft
117 Elys Ferry Rd, Lyme, CT 06371

Description

Available for only the third time in 100 years this much-admired country Estate c.1750 on one of the most beautiful roads in Lyme, CT. Often photographed & featured in paintings, you will know this home & location is something special. Featuring a large historic main house, a beautiful guest house/pool house, gunite pool, tennis court, gardens, stone walls, all sited on 8.87 glorious acres. Plenty of room for family & friends, this is the ideal property to spend long lazy days dining on the stone...Available for only the third time in 100 years this much-admired country Estate c.1750 on one of the most beautiful roads in Lyme, CT. Often photographed & featured in paintings, you will know this home & location is something special. Featuring a large historic main house, a beautiful guest house/pool house, gunite pool, tennis court, gardens, stone walls, all sited on 8.87 glorious acres. Plenty of room for family & friends, this is the ideal property to spend long lazy days dining on the stone terrace, soaking in the saltwater pool, playing tennis, & walking to the CT River. The perfect blend of the warm & inviting character of an antique home with all the modern systems & conveniences of today. The main house has 5 bedrooms ensuite, a light & bright kitchen, spacious open dining room, living room & library all showcasing fireplaces off the central chimney. At the back of the main house is a large family room with full bath which could also be the perfect spot for a 1st floor primary bedroom or in-law suite. The guest house/pool house is really something special! Artfully curated with a spacious entertaining space, stone fireplace, kitchen, full bath & opening to the pool, & stone terrace. The upper level is warm & inviting with a second stone fireplace, full bath, 2 sleeping nooks & office space. A 3-car garage completes this incredible guest house. Ely Ferry Road is bordered on 3 sides by Lord Creek, the CT River and Hamburg Cove. Equal distance between NYC & Boston
LISTING CLOSED: 02/13/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Jodi Strycharz • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (860) 884-3011 C: (860) 884-3011 jstrycharz@wpsir.com

Property Details for 117 Elys Ferry Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
24087090
Days on Market
223
Taxes
$19,329 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1750
Lot Size
8.87 AC / 386,377 SF
County
New London County
Basement Description
Full
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
Elys Ferry
Style
Antique
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage, Driveway
Swimming Pool
Yes

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Jodi Strycharz

Sold By William Raveis Real Estate, Kiara C Rusconi

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Building Information for 117 Elys Ferry Road

Stories-Year Built1750Building Size-Lot Size8.87 AC / 386,377 SF

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Property Information for 117 Elys Ferry Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: 156 North, left on to Elys Ferry Road. House is on the right.
  • Elementary School: Lyme Consolidated
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Lyme-Old Lyme
  • Latitude: 41.36976
  • Longitude: -72.36646
  • Middle Jr High School: Lyme-Old Lyme
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Lake, Library, Playground/Tot Lot, Stables/Riding, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 10
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $19,329
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Shed, Tennis Court, Fruit Trees, Barn, Garden Area, Guest House, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Pool Description: Heated, Salt Water, In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Cook Top, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 9
  • Interior Features: Open Floor Plan
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Just off the kitchen.
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room, Workshop
  • Rooms Total: 12
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 28.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 14.9
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.7
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 10.2
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Tub w/Shower
  • Room Length: 5.1
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Width: 4.1
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Dressing Room,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 12.1
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 11.9
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 325B3571278C6973E0631401100A4071
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.5
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 14
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.1
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.5
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 15
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.2
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 9.1
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 13.2
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 325B3571278C6973E0631401100A4071
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Island,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 21.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 17.6
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Study
  • Room Width: 14.9
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Vaulted Ceiling,Beams
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 13.1
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 15.9
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.2
Room 14
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Stall Shower,Whirlpool Tub
  • Room Length: 12.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bath
  • Room Width: 8.6
Room 15
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.4
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.9
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: White
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Circular, Crushed Stone
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Year Built: 1750
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Detached, Separate Entry
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Sq Ft Description: Main house 4,956 Sq Ft + Guest House 1,708 Sq Ft = 6,664 Total Sq Ft
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 0
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped, Open Lot
  • Parcel Number: 2327440
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4956.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 4956.0
  • Zoning: R12
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil, Propane
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 117 Elys Ferry Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 20, 2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #219795589

$2,400,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/20/2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #219795589

$2,400,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 117 Elys Ferry Road

Taxable ValueLand$375,700Additions$957,300Total$1,333,000
Tax Record2025$19,329 ($1,611 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,091 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,091 SqFtStories2Lot Size386,377 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960Year Renovated1960CountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVERAPNLYME M:16 L:12

Schools near 117 Elys Ferry Road

This home is within Regional School District 18.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Lyme Consolidated School
Public - K to 5
Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Lyme-Old Lyme High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lyme Consolidated School
PublicK to 5

Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lyme-Old Lyme High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 117 Elys Ferry Road, Lyme, CT 06371
$3,250,000
5
4,956
386,377
143 Elys Ferry Road, Lyme, CT 06371
$1
5
5,302
236,966
108 Elys Ferry Road, Old Lyme, CT 06371
$337,500
3
1.5
1,722
287,060
104 Elys Ferry Road, Old Lyme, CT 06371
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2
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4
3,430
121,968
105 Elys Ferry Road, Old Lyme, CT 06371
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