259 Main Street
Stonington, Connecticut

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.

Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l