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Property Description

Introducing Highover-a 25-acre hilltop estate overlooking the lower Connecticut River, designed by renowned architect Alfred Hopkins. With over half a mile of frontage, this property offers one of the most private and naturally protected waterfront settings in Connecticut, along with direct access to Long Island Sound and the Atlantic Ocean. The estate has welcomed legendary visitors, including Albert Einstein, Katharine Hepburn, a former President, and William Gillette. The 5-bedroom, 8-bath chateau underwent a five-year renovation that preserved its timeless architecture while introducing modern comforts. A newly built 3-Bay garage and a spacious tobacco barn provide endless opportunities for hobbies, collectibles, or sporting activities. The dock accommodated the owner’s 36′ Hinckley Picnic Boat, while larger vessels can be moored at nearby Hamburg Cove-renowned as one of the East Coast’s premier hurricane refuges. For yachts over fifty feet, full-service marinas are conveniently located at the river’s mouth. The sale is subject to final lot line adjustment. The guest house and a small portion of the land is to be split off and retained by the sellers.

Features
Swimming Pool:
In Ground Pool, Heated, Spa, Salt Water
Heating System:
Radiant, Zoned
Cooling System:
Central Air, Zoned
Basement:
Heated, Interior Access, Walk-out, Partially Finished, Partial, Cooled
Appliances Included:
Dishwasher, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Wall Oven, Dryer, Washer, Gas Range, Wine Chiller
Driveway Type:
Paved, Gravel, Private, Other
Foundation Type:
Stone
Heat Fuel Type:
Bottle Gas
Exterior Features:
Patio, Barn, Fruit Trees, Terrace, Stone Wall, Lighting, Underground Sprinkler, Covered Deck
Exterior Siding:
Stone
Interior Features:
Auto Garage Door Opener, Security System, Audio System
Fireplaces Total:
6
Parking Total Spaces:
10
Hot Water Description:
Domestic, Propane
Lot Description:
Lightly Wooded, Secluded, Rolling, Professionally Landscaped, Water View, Fence – Stone
Water Source:
Private Well
Address Map
Street:
Ferry
Street Number:
153
Floor Number:
0
Longitude:
W73° 34′ 27.5”
Latitude:
N41° 25′ 9”
MLS Addon
Office Name:
William Raveis Real Estate
Agent Name:
Edward Hillyer
List Agent MLSID:
EHILLYERE
List Office MLSID:
RAVE56
Tax Year:
July 2025-June 2026
Directions:
No drive-bys, please. The property is gated, and security cameras are in place.
Elementary School:
Lyme Consolidated
High School:
Lyme-Old Lyme
HOA Fee Amount:
$0
Parcel Number:
2327216
Property Tax:
$50,519
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Zoning:
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Single Family For Sale

153 Ferry, Lyme, 06439

5 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
7,021 Sqft
$10,000,000
Listing ID #24127219
Basic Details
Property Type :
Single Family For Sale
Listing Type :
For Sale
Listing ID :
24127219
Price :
$10,000,000
Bedrooms :
5
Baths Total :
8
Bathrooms :
4
Half Bathrooms :
4
Square Footage :
7,021 Sqft
Year Built :
1917
Lot Area :
25 Acre
City:
Lyme
Zipcode:
06439
Agent info
RE/MAX Right Choice
43 South Main Street, Newtown CT 06470
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