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Property Description
Cove Lawn – Historic Italianate Estate with Water Views & Guest House. Walk to Stonington Borough. Experience the charm of village living just moments from Historic Stonington Borough at Cove Lawn, a magnificent c.1860 Italianate estate steeped in local history and timeless elegance. Ideally located just a short stroll to the Borough’s deep-water marinas, boutique shopping, seaside cafes, and fine restaurants, this extraordinary property offers the rare combination of estate privacy with walkable coastal village convenience. Set on 3.19 beautifully landscaped acres, the property features a stately 7-Bedroom, 5-Full and 2-Half Bath main residence, an attached au pair apartment, a sparkling inground pool, a charming 2-Bedroom, 1 1/2-Bath guest house, and an impressive three-bay garage/barn of approximately 2,000 sq. ft. The elegant 7,060 sq. ft. main residence has been carefully restored and thoughtfully modernized while preserving its historic architectural character. Inside, graceful 10+ foot ceilings, original hardwood floors, numerous marble fireplaces and exquisite period moldings create a sense of grandeur throughout. Many rooms capture lovely water views, bringing the beauty of the nearby harbor into everyday living. The 1,098 sq. ft. 2 Bedroom guest house provides ideal accommodations for extended family, guests, or caretakers, while the expansive grounds offer privacy and serenity rarely found so close to the village center.
Features
Swimming Pool:
In Ground Pool, Gunite, Safety Fence
Heating System:
Radiator, Zoned, Steam
Cooling System:
Attic Fan
Basement:
Full, Concrete Floor
Appliances Included:
Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Wall Oven, Dryer, Washer, Gas Cooktop, Wine Chiller
Driveway Type:
Asphalt, Paved, Private
Foundation Type:
Stone
Heat Fuel Type:
Oil
Exterior Features:
Patio, Barn, Guest House, Porch, Shed, Gutters, Stone Wall, Porch-enclosed, Porch-screened, Porch-wrap Around
Exterior Siding:
Clapboard
Interior Features:
Cable – Available, Security System
Fireplaces Total:
11
Parking Total Spaces:
7
Hot Water Description:
Electric, Domestic
Lot Description:
Level Lot, Treed, Professionally Landscaped, Open Lot, Water View
Water Source:
Private Well
Address Map
Street:
Main
Street Number:
259
Floor Number:
0
Longitude:
W72° 5′ 46”
Latitude:
N41° 20′ 35.1”
Street Dir Prefix:
North
MLS Addon
Office Name:
William Pitt Sotheby’s Int’l
Agent Name:
Judith Caracausa
List Agent MLSID:
ECARACAUJ
List Office MLSID:
12829
Tax Year:
July 2025-June 2026
Directions:
Route 1 to North Main Street, Turn South. Property on left.
Elementary School:
Per Board of Ed
High School:
Stonington
HOA Fee Amount:
$0
Parcel Number:
2077651
Property Tax:
$27,217
Virtual Tour:
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Zoning:
RR-80

Single Family For Sale

259 Main, Stonington, 06378

7 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
7,060 Sqft
$3,595,000
Listing ID #24147408
Basic Details
Property Type :
Single Family For Sale
Listing Type :
For Sale
Listing ID :
24147408
Price :
$3,595,000
Bedrooms :
7
Baths Total :
7
Bathrooms :
5
Half Bathrooms :
2
Square Footage :
7,060 Sqft
Year Built :
1857
Lot Area :
3.19 Acre
City:
Stonington
Zipcode:
06378
Style :
Victorian
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