'Special In Every Way': Country Compound In The Heart Of Ridgefield

RIDGEFIELD, CT — This four-bedroom, five-bath "remarkable historic country compound" sits on 1.34 park-like acres in the heart of the Ridgefield village, according to the listing, with a "sprawling level yard, mature trees, flowering gardens, gunite pool, & separate 1,372 sf guest cottage with LR, DR, kitchen, 2 BR & 1/1 baths.

"All the charm of the original 1860 antique farmhouse w/extensive addition/renovation in 1996 by the notable architect Sean O'Kane. Both the main home & guest house have been completely renovated w/the highest attention to detail including custom millwork, paneled walls, coffered ceilings, hardwood, French doors & extensive built-ins. Total 5,628 sf in the main home including 520 sf in the walk-up 3rd floor, 718 sf in the walk-out LL, plus additional 216 sf in the charming screened porch/sun room w/herringbone brick floor. The heart of this warm home is the bright, open kitchen w/center island, custom cabinetry, built ins, walk-in pantry, custom bar w/refrigerated drawers, plus the adjoining FR w/stacked stone gas fireplace & inviting window seats.

"Oversized formal DR w/fireplace; private library & separate office, both with built-ins; front & back stairways; impressive primary suite w/marble bath; all custom baths throughout; optional BR suite on 3rd floor; plus walk-out media/rec room in lower level. Best of all worlds, just a short walk to Main Street, yet complete privacy in the picturesque backyard with prolific perennial gardens, tall privet hedges, towering trees, and private driveway to the gorgeous cottage. Truly special in every way."