Real Estate

Unique Home Hits The Darien Market At $5.2 Million

"This unique residence is replete with architectural surprises, including a hidden main staircase," the Zillow listing says.

DARIEN, CT — Located at 48 Dorchester Road in Darien is a home listed for sale at $5.2 million.

There are five bedrooms and seven bathrooms, and the house is 5,577 square feet, according to the listing on Zillow.

"Welcome to the epitome of sophisticated elegance at 48 Dorchester Road. As you ascend the graceful driveway, the declaration 'I've arrived' is truly realized in this grand estate where the grandeur of Versailles meets the charm of Darien. This unique residence is replete with architectural surprises, including a hidden main staircase which gracefully leads to an enchanting interior balcony reminiscent of Rapunzel's tower, overlooking the remarkable oval foyer," the Zillow listing says. "Beyond the courtyard lies additional acreage featuring a meticulously manicured English garden, a potential pool site, a koi pond, and a serene sanctuary of trees and meandering pathways."

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