January 23, 2025
In 2024, Litchfield County’s real estate market remained robust despite higher inter-est rates and limited inventory. Most new homeowners were Brooklyn and Manhattantransplants, drawn by the allure of more space and fresh air. The county’s excellentschools, lower taxes, top-notch restaurants, and stunning rural landscapes provedirresistible to buyers. Below is a selection of properties that changed hands.
Elyse Harney Real Estate
High on top of Wells Hill, this 6,155 sq. ft. Georgian Colonial estate is set on 6.23 acres, offering breathtaking panoramic views in one of Salisbury’s premier locations. With seven bedrooms and 7.5 baths, the home features a stunning great room with 12-foot barrel ceilings, a first-floor primary suite with a spa-inspired bath and private office, and three additional ensuite bedrooms with private sitting areas. A soundproof home theater, three-bedroom carriage house, radiant-heated barn with pool house, and heated gunite pool complete this elegant retreat. Minutes from Lakeville Lake and nearby villages, this estate epitomizes luxury country living.
Price: $5,045,000
Town: Salisbury
Listing Agents: Elyse Harney Morris and Thomas Callahan
William Raveis Lifestyles Realty
Hedgelawn Farm
Perched at the pinnacle of the land, this newly renovated circa 1900 barn-style main residence offers breathtaking western views over the Shepaug River Valley and Steep Rock Land Trust. The three-bedroom home features a wellness level, pool, and expansive entertaining terraces. For guests, the property includes a beautifully renovated two-bedroom circa 1762 antique farmhouse; and a circa 1900 one-room cottage with a full bath and kitchenette, perfect for overflow accommodations or an office, yoga studio, or artist space. The grounds feature two ponds, mature landscaping with specimen trees, a wall of rhododendrons, fruit orchards, berry bushes, and flat fields—a serene countryside retreat.
Price: $5,000,000
Town: Washington
Listing Agent: Pels Matthews
William Pitt Sotheby’s, The Kimron Team
Windswept Farm
This quintessential New England retreat masterfully blends the charm of its 1850 Colonial farmhouse origins with modern updates and expansions, all set on 7 acres of pastoral beauty. Ideal for equestrian pursuits, the property includes a striking red barn with overhead doors, hay storage, and a tack room. Additional features include a detached three-car garage with a spacious workshop above, a garden area, fruit trees, a paddock, and timeless stone walls. The perfect blend of history and modern functionality, this farm offers a picturesque escape.
Price: $1,660,000
Town: Litchfield
Listing Agents: Roland Leal and Kim D’Andrea
William Pitt Sotheby’s, At Home in the Hills Team
GrayBarn on Wononscopomuc Lake
Located on the shores of pristine Wononscopomuc Lake, this vintage converted barn home epitomizes effortless luxury. The property includes a main residence, a two-story barn, and a two-car garage. High ceilings, exposed beams, and reclaimed wide-plank wood floors accentuate the light-filled, open-concept living spaces. Custom-built by Churchill Building Company, the mudroom is both stylish and functional. With expansive lake views and abundant outdoor space, this Lakeville gem is a Litchfield County dream come true.
List Price: $2,999,000
Town: Lakeville
Listing Agents: Lenore Mallett and Elvia Gignoux
William Pitt Sotheby’s, The Kathryn Clair Team
This custom-designed Contemporary home is set on 25-plus magical acres with southwestern views, a heated gunite pool, and an aerated pond. The striking modern design features a three-level stone foyer leading to an open great room and a dining area with a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. The updated kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, a large island, and a passive solar sunroom. Expansive decks offer breathtaking views of the pool, gardens, and level lawns, making this property ideal for both relaxation and entertaining.
List Price: $1,895,000
Town: Washington
Listed By: Kathryn Clair and Kathryn Bassett
Klemm Real Estate
This brand-new, state-of-the-art modern lake house offers four bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, and breathtaking views of Lake Waramaug. Built by Pinnacle Peak, Inc., the home features Marvin windows, white oak floors, a custom kitchen, cedar siding, a granite stone veneer, and high-end appliances by Gaggenau, Wolf, and Miele. Additional amenities include a gas fireplace, elevator, central security system, backup generator, heated two-car garage, and a new floating wood dock. Professionally landscaped and set on 2-plus acres, this property combines luxury and privacy in a prime location.
Price: $4,500,000
Town: New Preston
Listing Agent: Peter Klemm
William Pitt Sotheby’s
Historic Marsh-Whitlock House
Built in 1738, the Marsh-Whitlock House is the oldest recorded home in Warren. This exquisite Saltbox sits on 28-plus serene acres, complete with a pond, manicured gardens, and an orchard. The main house showcases historic details, including four fireplaces (one a cooking fireplace with a beehive oven), broad floorboards, original paneling, and exposed hand-hewn beams. The property also features a large detached barn and a luxurious modern sauna overlooking the pond, blending old-world charm with contemporary comfort.
Price: $1,650,000
Town: Warren
Listing Agents: Stephen Pener and Vanessa Henderson
William Pitt Sotheby’s, The Legacy Team
Step back in time with this classic Dutch-style farmhouse, blending pastoral charm with unique retro flair. Highlights include a 1950s-style diner, perfect for entertaining, and a baseball-themed lower level featuring memorabilia displays. The property boasts rolling pastures, traditional barns, a three-stall horse stable, and a pristine pool area with an outdoor kitchen. A true haven for equestrian enthusiasts and those seeking distinctive character, this Sherman estate encapsulates the essence of country living.
Price: $1,100,000
Town: Sherman
Sale Agent: Alan O’Doherty
Bain Real Estate
Situated in the heart of Kent Village, this four-bedroom, three and a half bath Colonial was custom built in 2010 by a master craftsman. Spanning 3,886 square feet, the home exudes traditional style and quality with features like wood-beamed great room ceilings, elegant windows, and a high-end kitchen designed for gathering. The main floor includes a primary ensuite, a formal dining room, and a large screened porch, while the second floor offers another primary suite and two additional bedrooms. Complete with a guest house and a 9-foot ceiling basement, this property is a showcase of timeless craftsmanship.
Price: $1,195,000
Town: Kent
Listing Agent: Chris Garrity
William Raveis Lifestyles Realty
This charming Saltbox-style home, built in 1984, is nestled on a picturesque 2.07-acre lot in Bethlehem. The 2,604-square-foot residence features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and two wood-burning fireplaces, creating a cozy, inviting ambiance. Listed for $449,000 in April 2024, the home sold for $500,000 in May 2024. A classic New England gem with timeless appeal.
Price: $500,000
Town: Bethlehem
Listing Agent: Alper Toydemir
Drakeley Real Estate
Set on 12 pristine acres of open meadow bordered by stone walls, this stunning country cape has been thoughtfully renovated with impeccable attention to detail. The property features five bedrooms, five full and two partial baths, four fireplaces, an in-ground gunite pool, a practice golf range, and both an attached three-car garage and a drive-under garage for additional storage. This Middlebury home blends timeless charm with modern amenities, offering a luxurious countryside retreat.
Price: $1,750,000
Town: Middlebury
Selling Agents: Tim Drakeley
Christie’s International Real Estate Group, The Daniel Kramp Team
This sophisticated Palladian-style estate on 53 acres has five sun-filled bedrooms, seven baths, a dramatic two-story entryway, and breathtaking views of the Litchfield Hills. The chef’s kitchen has top-of-the-line appliances. A spacious primary suite on the main floor offers a wood-burning fireplace; upstairs are additional bedroom suites and an office. An elevator services all three floors. The garden level has a guest apartment, theater, gym, garden workroom, and access to a two-car garage. The pool/spa pavilion has an outdoor kitchen with two built-in grills. A stunning artist studio adds a perfect Ivory Tower to this magical estate. Also included in the sale were two adjacent properties with a guesthouse and a caretaker house.
Price: $9,225,530
Town: Washington
Listing Agents: Daniel Kramp from Christie’s International Real Estate Group, Liza Reiss from Elyse Harney
