• SOLD

70 Limekiln Road

Redding, CT 06896

  • $949,000 Sold on 10/02/2024
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,323 Sqft
  • 2.05 Acres
  • 1730 Built

Iconic Mary Travers Estate

Once in a lifetime opportunity to own the enchanting estate of the iconic and beloved Mary Travers, part of the legendary trio, Peter, Paul and Mary, famous for such songs as the 1963 hit "Puff the Magic Dragon" and "Leaving on a Jet Plane". Mary found peace, tranquility and inspiration in this historic 1730 farmhouse, where she lived from 1966 until her death in 2009. This artistic antique will delight with authentic wide board floors, exposed beams, and 2 original fireplaces, plus magnificent post and beam great room addition with soaring vaulted ceilings, massive stone fireplace, built-in book shelves, and French doors to the "secret gardens". There is beauty to behold in all directions with abundant perennial flowers and mature trees; steps up to the in-ground pool and pool shed; delightful "summer house" with stone fireplace; stone walls, walkways, and more. Total 2,323 square feet in the main home with 1st floor primary suite featuring fireplace, full bath, walk-in closet and French doors opening to a secluded wisteria covered porch with magical views of the recirculating waterfall and pond; plus second floor with 3 additional inviting bedrooms and shared hall bath. The main level also features the bright kitchen with beamed/vaulted ceiling, AGA stove, and whimsical soapstone sink, plus light filled breakfast area, built-ins and adjoining butler's pantry/laundry. This rambling estate also boasts a 1,058 sfquare foot two story, 1 bedroom guest cottage with kitchen, sitting room and full bath, currently rented. Estate being sold as-is.

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Property Highlights
  • ELEMENTARY : Redding
  • JR. HIGH SCHOOL : John Read
  • HIGH SCHOOL : Joel Barlow
  • NEIGHBORHOOD : West Redding
  • PRICE/SQFT : $409
  • DAYS ON MARKET : 82
  • MLS : 24028721

Additional Information

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  • AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET: 82
  • BASEMENT DESCRIPTION: Partial, Unfinished
  • DAYS ON MARKET: 82
  • ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Redding
  • HAS POOL?: Yes
  • HIGH SCHOOL: Joel Barlow
  • IS OCCUPIED?: Owner
  • JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL: John Read
  • LIVING AREA SQFT: 2,323
  • NEIGHBORHOOD: West Redding
  • PROPERTY TAX: $17,042
  • SEWER: Septic
  • STYLE: Antique, Farm House
  • TAX AMOUNT: $17,042
  • TAX YEAR: July 2024-June 2025
  • TYPE: Single Family For Sale
  • YEAR BUILT: 1730
  • YEAR BUILT DETAILS: Public Records
  • ZONING: R-2
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR FEATURES
  • AIR CONDITIONING: Window Unit
  • APPLIANCES INCLUDED: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • BEDS: 4
  • COOLING: Window Unit
  • EXTERIOR FEATURES: Shed,Gutters,Garden Area,Lighting,Guest House,Stone Wall,French Doors,Patio
  • EXTERIOR SIDING: Wood
  • FIREPLACES: 3
  • FULL BATHS: 3
  • FURNACE TYPE: Oil
  • HEAT: Oil
  • HEAT FUEL: Oil
  • HOT WATER: Domestic
  • LAUNDRY ROOM: Main Level
  • POOL DESCRIPTION: Vinyl, In Ground Pool
  • ROOF: Asphalt Shingle
  • ROOMS: 7

Listing Courtesy of Laura Ancona (203.733.7053) of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l (203.438.9531).

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Location for 70 Limekiln Road, Redding, CT

Schools for 70 Limekiln Road, Redding, CT

Our community offers residents access to a number of fine private and public schools for all grade levels. Please read below for information on each of the schools in our area.

Private Schools
SCHOOL LOCATION GRADE
Montessori School Of Redding Po Box 1188 Redding, CT 06875 PK - KG
Pinewood Learning Center 9 Picketts Ridge Road Redding, CT 06896 PK - KG
St. Mary Elementary School 24 Dodgingtown Road Bethel, CT 06801 PK - 8
All For Kids Pre-School 890 Ethan Allen Highway Ridgefield, CT 06877 PK - KG
Little Friends Pre-School 109 Wooster Street Bethel, CT 06801 PK - KG
Hudson Country Montessori School 44A Shelter Rock Road Danbury, CT 06810 PK - 8
Housatonic Valley Waldorf School 52 Dodgingtown Road Newtown, CT 06470 PK - 8
Immaculate High School 73 Southern Boulevard Danbury, CT 06810 9 - 12
Fun Steps Preschool Childcare Center 6 Meckauer Cir Bethel, CT 06801 PK - KG
Sacred Heart School 17 Cottage St Danbury, CT 06810 PK - 3
St Peter School 98 Main Street Danbury, CT 06810 PK - 8
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