285 Redding Rd

Redding, CT 06896

$1,550,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
3,726 Sq. Ft.
$416 / Sq. Ft.
3,726
Sq. Ft.
$416
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 10/19/23
Closed 10/19/23
a view of a house with a yard

Description

Hawk's Nest - extraordinary country retreat on 7.31 acres w/gated private entry including the ca 1800 historic converted barn w/modern glass & stone addition; heated gunite pool; gambrel-roofed barn w/4 stalls, hayloft, garage/workshop & cupola; greenhouse; root cellar; detached 3 bay garage; plus over 7 acres of gently sloping meadows/woodlands, bounded by split-rail fencing, stone walls, & scenic pond. Owned by Frank M. Hawks in the 1930s, one of America's leading aviation pioneers, this storied...Hawk's Nest - extraordinary country retreat on 7.31 acres w/gated private entry including the ca 1800 historic converted barn w/modern glass & stone addition; heated gunite pool; gambrel-roofed barn w/4 stalls, hayloft, garage/workshop & cupola; greenhouse; root cellar; detached 3 bay garage; plus over 7 acres of gently sloping meadows/woodlands, bounded by split-rail fencing, stone walls, & scenic pond. Owned by Frank M. Hawks in the 1930s, one of America's leading aviation pioneers, this storied home was originally a barn that was moved back from the main road, & parts of the interior were constructed of beams & brick salvaged from Mark Twain's nearby "Stormfield" after it burned. Architect Roger Pitt Witcomb artfully designed the modern conversion of the original barn incorporating the spectacular "garden room" addition w/ two story wall of windows & glorious waterfall w/native stone backdrop. A circular staircase climbs to the 2nd floor FR w/large stone fireplace & curved balcony overlook. This truly one of a kind residence offers stunning brick & wide board floors; timbered ceilings/exposed beams; 3 stone fireplaces + wood burning stove; gracious DR w/adjoining wine bar/cellar; & 3 finished levels. Total 3,726sf, 3 BR & 3/1 baths including primary suite w/full bath, dressing room & sleeping porch, plus 2 more ensuite BRs on the 3rd floor w/vltd ceilings, beams & one w/sleeping loft. Glorious private retreat yet convenient West Redding location, only 63 miles to Midtown.
  1. Listed by Laura Ancona • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (203)-733-7053 lancona@wpsir.com

Property Details for 285 Redding Road

Basement Description
None
Direct Waterfront
Yes
Garages Number
3
Neighborhood
West Redding
Style
Antique, Modern
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage
Swimming Pool
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 10/20/2023 02:32 PM

Property Details for 285 Redding Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170588980
Days on Market70
Taxes$17,611 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1800
Lot Size7.31 AC / 318,423 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Laura Ancona

Sold By William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Laura Ancona

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Building Information for 285 Redding Road

Stories-Year Built1800Building Size-Lot Size7.31 AC / 318,423 SF

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Property Information for 285 Redding Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Route 7 to Route 107, Redding Road. Left at sign down accessway to end of road. Gates will open automatically.
  • Elementary School: Redding
  • High School: Joel Barlow
  • Latitude: 41.281498
  • Longitude: -73.405858
  • Middle Jr High School: John Read
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Property Tax: $17,611
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Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Barn, Fruit Trees, Lighting, Patio, Porch, Shed, Stone Wall
  • Pool Description: In Ground Pool, Spa, Heated, Gunite
  • Waterfront Description: Pond
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Rooms Additional: Wine Cellar
  • Room Count: 11
  • Rooms Total: 12
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 2 Story Window(s),Beams,Built-Ins,Stone Floor
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Width: 18.5
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Vaulted Ceiling,Full Bath,Wide Board Floor,On 3rd Floor
  • Room Length: 24.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.5
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Beams,Wide Board Floor,On 3rd Floor
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Room Width: 7.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Beams,Fireplace,Stone Floor
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 021DD6220E4F5132E063D501100ABE78
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Wood Stove,Stone Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 12.5
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Pantry,Stone Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 17.5
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Dry Bar,Stone Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Beams,Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 24.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 13.5
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 021DD6220E4F5132E063D501100ABE78
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Beams,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Beams,Dressing Room,Full Bath,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 16.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 13.5
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Vaulted Ceiling,Beams,Fireplace,Walk-In Closet,Wide Board Floor,On 3rd Floor
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame, Stone
  • Driveway Type: Private
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 5598
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Wood Shingle
  • Year Built: 1800
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Description: As measured, see virtual tour/floor plan link
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1977
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac, Level Lot, Fence - Privacy
  • Parcel Number: 270680
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3726.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 3726.0
  • Zoning: R-2
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Property History for 285 Redding Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 12, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1521511734

$1,550,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/12/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1521511734

$1,550,000

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

Public Records for 285 Redding Road

Taxable ValueLand$181,800Additions$454,200Total$636,000
Tax Record2024$18,787 ($1,566 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt1,977 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,977 SqFtStories2Lot Size318,424 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1923ZoningR-2CountyFAIRFIELDAPNREDD M:36 L:57Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 285 Redding Road

This home is within Redding School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Redding Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
John Read Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Joel Barlow High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Redding Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

John Read Middle School
Public5 to 8

Joel Barlow 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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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Laura Ancona

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