51 Ferry Bridge Road

Washington, CT 06793

$4,750,000
Last Sold Price
8
Beds
5
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
6,945 Sq. Ft.
$684 / Sq. Ft.
6,945
Sq. Ft.
$684
per Sq. Ft.

Description

"Rock Gate" is one of Washington, Connecticut's, premier estates located on 3 private landscaped acres near the much sought after residential area around the Washington Green. This rare gem, a 2013 Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation award winning home, is a perfect blend of Gilded Age craftsmanship and romance, coupled with all modern amenities. The 9,000 square foot residence, designed in 1885 by noted architect Ehrick Rossiter, as a "summer cottage" for his wealthy Brooklyn clients, offers..."Rock Gate" is one of Washington, Connecticut's, premier estates located on 3 private landscaped acres near the much sought after residential area around the Washington Green. This rare gem, a 2013 Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation award winning home, is a perfect blend of Gilded Age craftsmanship and romance, coupled with all modern amenities. The 9,000 square foot residence, designed in 1885 by noted architect Ehrick Rossiter, as a "summer cottage" for his wealthy Brooklyn clients, offers 8 bedrooms, 5 1/2 bathrooms, 2 laundry rooms, 8 fireplaces and a heated gunite pool with a woodland backdrop. The spacious ground floor perfect for both easy living and elegant entertaining, includes a bright and sunny modern kitchen that opens to a spacious breakfast room/conservatory, a separate dining room, a wood-paneled music room, cosy study, library, living room, a "Titanic style" grand staircase and a sweeping back porch. Rock Gate, is within convent walking distance to the Mayflower Inn and Spa, the Gunnery School, the Post Office and even "downtown" Washington; while at the same time the home's unique location is on one of Washington's most private and prestigious roads that leads directly into Steep Rock Land Trust and its 44 miles of woodland walking trails. The property also includes a three-car detached garage that offers second-floor space for a guest apartment or studio.
  1. Listed by Kathryn Clair • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (203) 948-5255 C: (203) 9485255 kclair@wpsir.com

Property Details for 51 Ferry Bridge Road

Basement Description
Full With Walk-Out, Partially Finished
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
3
Neighborhood
Washington Depot
Style
Colonial, Victorian
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage
Swimming Pool
Yes

Location

Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Kathryn Clair

Sold By Klemm Real Estate Inc, Maria Taylor

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LISTING UPDATED: 09/17/2021 03:03 PM

Property Details for 51 Ferry Bridge Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170302306
Days on Market345
Taxes$22,051 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1895
Lot Size3.13 AC / 136,342 SF
CountyLitchfield County

Location

Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Kathryn Clair

Sold By Klemm Real Estate Inc, Maria Taylor

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Building Information for 51 Ferry Bridge Road

Stories-Year Built1895Building Size-Lot Size3.13 AC / 136,342 SF

Payment Calculator

$27,760 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$25,923

Property Taxes

$1,838

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 51 Ferry Bridge Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Rte 47 to left on Kirby Road to right on Ferry Bridge Road, to 51 on left.
  • Elementary School: Washington
  • High School: Shepaug
  • Latitude: 41.625275
  • Longitude: -73.317314
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: $22,051
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool Description: Gunite
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 8
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level, Upper Level
  • Rooms Additional: Exercise Room, Foyer, Mud Room, Sitting Room
  • Room Count: 11
  • Rooms Total: 15
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 19.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Island
  • Room Length: 15.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 21.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 15.7
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Parquet Floor
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Study
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 20.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Brown
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Circular, Gravel
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Masonry, Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Other
  • Year Built: 1895
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded
  • Parcel Number: 2140465
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 6945.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 6945.0
  • Zoning: R-1
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner
Unit 1
  • Listing Key: DD6DDEA7F37C8CC0E053D501100A23CE
Unit 2
  • Listing Key: DD6DDEA7F37C8CC0E053D501100A23CE
Unit 3
  • Listing Key: DD6DDEA7F37C8CC0E053D501100A23CE
Unit 4
  • Listing Key: DD6DDEA7F37C8CC0E053D501100A23CE
Unit 5
  • Listing Key: DD6DDEA7F37C8CC0E053D501100A23CE
Unit 6
  • Listing Key: DD6DDEA7F37C8CC0E053D501100A23CE
Unit 7
  • Listing Key: DD6DDEA7F37C8CC0E053D501100A23CE
Unit 8
  • Listing Key: DD6DDEA7F37C8CC0E053D501100A23CE
Unit 9
  • Listing Key: DD6DDEA7F37C8CC0E053D501100A23CE
Unit 10
  • Listing Key: DD6DDEA7F37C8CC0E053D501100A23CE
Unit 11
  • Listing Key: DD6DDEA7F37C8CC0E053D501100A23CE

Property History for 51 Ferry Bridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 51 Ferry Bridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$379,100Additions$1,309,740Total$1,688,840
Tax Record2023$24,066 ($2,006 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt6,806 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,806 SqFtStories2Lot Size136,343 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1895ZoningR-1CountyLITCHFIELDAPNWASH M:0009 B:0002 L:07Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 51 Ferry Bridge Road

This home is within Regional School District 12.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Washington Primary School
PublicPK to 5

Shepaug Valley School
Public6 to 12

Booth Free School
PublicK to 5

The Burnham School
PublicK to 5

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, Kathryn Clair

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