As featured in the NY Times - the quintessential country retreat, just 60 miles from Manhattan. Impeccably remodeled & expanded with sparkling new pool & picturesque pond views. Majestic stone pillars lead to the sprawling front lawn & Victorian porch with swing. Upon entry, notice the 9' ceilings & gorgeous trim on all windows & walls, evoking classic New England design. The beautifully appointed music room adjoins the elegant library/office with stunning floor to ceiling custom millwork & antique stone chandelier. A gracious 6' wide hallway leads to the open concept DR & LR with its beautiful wood-burning fireplace. The sunlit wall of glass & windows overlooking the grounds is perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining, opening onto the large deck. Jaw dropping cook's kitchen with soaring double height cathedral ceilings, shaker cabinetry, quartz counters, large center island, 6 burner gas range, 2 ovens, 2 fridges, 2 dishwashers & new walk-through 10' x 9' butler's pantry. The serene primary suite with vaulted ceiling & wall of windows, offers panoramic vistas by day, stargazing by night, plus spa bath & dressing room. The second floor features three more generous bedrooms including one with custom window bench overlooking the back of the estate. The impressive lower level offers a wine cellar; 27'x14' studio with a 16' built in work table; billiards room; & magnificent home theater with drop-down 10' screen, stunning 8K projector & surround sound for the perfect movie night Step outside to the breathtakingly gorgeous grounds; take a dip in the huge pool with bluestone patio; relax in the gazebo with built in wifi outdoor speakers; or stroll to the private stone terrace with perennial gardens on the pond's edge, the perfect retreat for spotting great blue herons, geese, ducks, & more. Exquisite remodel & expansion of accomplished architect's own home, resulting in the perfect blend of relaxed refinement. Sellers can accommodate a quick closing, nothing to do but unpack and unwind in your new country retreat. If you're looking for gorgeous New England elegance on a private country estate 60 miles from the city, book your showing and fall in love.
Sold for $1,600,000
$1,600,000
171 Cross Highway, Redding, CT 06896
4beds
5,072sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
2.21 Acres Lot
$1,689,100 Zestimate®
$315/sqft
$6,573 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1.52M - $1.87M
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Wood-burning fireplaceLarge deckVictorian porch with swingDouble height cathedral ceilingsSprawling front lawnPanoramic vistasLarge center island
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Laura Ancona 203-733-7053,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-438-9531
Bought with:
Laura Ancona, RES.0770587
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24101636
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 171.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 14.3
Bedroom
- Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 254.76 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.2 x 19.3
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 189.1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 15.5
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 133.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 11.6
Dining room
- Features: Balcony/Deck, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 191.52 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.6 x 15.2
Family room
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 283.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.9 x 15
Kitchen
- Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Breakfast Bar, Quartz Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 240.64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.8 x 18.8
Library
- Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 309.55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.1 x 20.5
Living room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 232.54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.1 x 15.4
Media room
- Features: Remodeled, Half Bath, Engineered Wood Floor
- Level: Lower
- Area: 227.37 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.3 x 15.9
Office
- Level: Lower
- Area: 375.36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.8 x 27.2
Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 250.92 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.3 x 20.4
Rec play room
- Features: Remodeled, Engineered Wood Floor
- Level: Lower
- Area: 332.31 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.9 x 20.9
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Full,Storage Space,Finished,Interior Entry
- Attic: Storage,Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,072
- Total interior livable area: 5,072 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,601
- Finished area below ground: 1,471
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated, Fenced, In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Pond
Lot
- Size: 2.21 Acres
- Features: Level, Landscaped, Rolling Slope
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 2123201
- Zoning: R-2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Farm House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- HardiPlank Type
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Redding
- Subdivision: Redding Center
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/26/2025 | Sold | $1,600,000-5.6%$315/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24101636 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2025 | Pending sale | $1,695,000$334/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24101636 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,695,000+221.6%$334/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24101636 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2015 | Sold | $527,000-19.8%$104/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #99102685 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2007 | Sold | $657,500-6.1%$130/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2000 | Sold | $700,000$138/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,077 +2.9% | $578,100 |
| 2024 | $16,603 +3.7% | $578,100 |
| 2023 | $16,008 +21.2% | $578,100 +46% |
| 2022 | $13,203 +2.7% | $396,000 +1.2% |
| 2021 | $12,850 | $391,300 |
| 2020 | $12,850 +1.4% | $391,300 +1.4% |
| 2019 | $12,673 +4.7% | $385,900 +1.2% |
| 2018 | $12,101 -3% | $381,500 -9.4% |
| 2017 | $12,473 +9.2% | $421,100 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $11,421 +1.1% | $390,600 |
| 2015 | $11,292 | $390,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06896
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Redding Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.6 mi
- 9/10John Read Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 7/10Joel Barlow High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Redding
- Middle: John Read
- High: Joel Barlow
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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