Once in a lifetime opportunity to own the enchanting estate of the iconic & beloved Mary Travers, part of the legendary trio, Peter, Paul & Mary, famous for such songs as the 1963 hit "Puff the Magic Dragon" & "Leaving on a Jet Plane". Mary found peace, tranquility & inspiration in this historic 1730 farmhouse, where she lived from 1966 until her death in 2009. This artistic antique will delight with authentic wide board floors, exposed beams, & 2 original fireplaces, plus magnificent post & beam great room addition with soaring vaulted ceilings, massive stone fireplace, built-in book shelves, & French doors to the "secret gardens". There is beauty to behold in all directions with abundant perennial flowers & mature trees; steps up to the in-ground pool & pool shed; delightful "summer house" with stone fireplace; stone walls, walkways, & more. Total 2,323 sf in the main home with 1st floor primary suite featuring fireplace, full bath, WIC, & French doors opening to a secluded wisteria covered porch with magical views of the recirculating waterfall & pond; plus second floor with 3 additional inviting bedrooms & shared hall bath. The main level also features the bright kitchen with beamed/vaulted ceiling, AGA stove, & whimsical soapstone sink, plus light filled breakfast area, built-ins & adjoining butler's pantry/laundry. This rambling estate also boasts a 1,058 sf, two story, 1 BR guest cottage with kitchen, sitting room & full bath, currently rented. Estate being sold as-is.
Sold for $949,000
$949,000
70 Limekiln Road, Redding, CT 06896
4beds
2,323sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1730
2.05 Acres Lot
$1,147,300 Zestimate®
$409/sqft
$5,358 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1.02M - $1.30M
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Laura Ancona 203-733-7053,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-438-9531
Bought with:
Karla Murtaugh, RES.0766790
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24028721
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Beamed Ceilings, Fireplace, French Doors, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 376 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 23.5
Bedroom
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 16.5
Bedroom
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.5 x 12
Bedroom
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 93.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7.5 x 12.5
Dining room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Great room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Fireplace, French Doors, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 740 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 37
Kitchen
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Nook, Granite Counters, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 256.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5 x 19
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,323
- Total interior livable area: 2,323 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,323
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Garden, Lighting, Stone Wall
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Vinyl, In Ground
Lot
- Size: 2.05 Acres
- Features: Level, Landscaped, Rolling Slope
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Guest House
- Parcel number: 270265
- Zoning: R-2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique,Farm House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1730
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: West Redding
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Redding
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $409/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $593,400
- Annual tax amount: $17,042
- Date on market: 6/27/2024
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2024 | Sold | $949,000$409/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24028721 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2024 | Pending sale | $949,000$409/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24028721 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2024 | Listed for sale | $949,000-20.9%$409/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24028721 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Smart MLS #24023641 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000$517/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24023641 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,529 +2.9% | $593,400 |
| 2024 | $17,042 +3.7% | $593,400 |
| 2023 | $16,431 +26% | $593,400 +51.8% |
| 2022 | $13,036 +1.5% | $391,000 |
| 2021 | $12,840 | $391,000 |
| 2020 | $12,840 | $391,000 |
| 2019 | $12,840 +3.5% | $391,000 |
| 2018 | $12,403 -13.9% | $391,000 -19.6% |
| 2017 | $14,398 +1.3% | $486,100 |
| 2016 | $14,214 +1.1% | $486,100 |
| 2015 | $14,053 | $486,100 |
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Neighborhood: 06896
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10John Read Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 7/10Joel Barlow High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.1 mi
- 8/10Redding Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.8 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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