Welcome to this exceptional 5-acre estate offering over 8400 square feet of refined living space across 3 levels, plus a separate 894 sq.ft, 2-story guest apartment above a detached 3 car garage. Built in 2006 with extensive custom upgrades, this property combines timeless elegance with modern luxury in a serene and private setting. A circular drive leads to a covered porte cochere and rear entry garages. Inside, a dramatic 2 story stone and wood foyer opens to gracious entertaining spaces. The main level features a spacious great room with a fireplace, a formal library with glass French doors, built-in cabinetry, and fireplace, and a gourmet kitchen with stainless steel deluxe appliances with a cozy gathering area with its own fireplace - all overlooking a stone patio and expansive backyard. The lower level, accessible by 2 staircases is an entertainer's dream! It includes a state-of-the-art home theater with acoustic walls and theater-style seating, a temperature-controlled wine cellar, a large game room, with built-in bar, a dedicated exercise room with adjacent full bath. Upstairs, the oversized primary suite offers a fireplace, a custom walk-in closet, and a luxurious bath. 3 additional bedrooms, 2 full baths and a spacious bonus room (or 5th bedroom with another full bath complete the upper level. A short walk from the main house brings you to the detached 3 car garage with 1 bedroom guest apartment above - ideal for family, guests or private studio / workspace. Just beyond a a private tennis court newly completed in Summer of 2024. This property is a rare blend of elegance, comfort, and lifestyle amenities, offering a truly exceptional place to call home.
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$1,670,000
7720 Thistle Ln, Novelty, OH 44072
4beds
8,490sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
5.03 Acres Lot
$1,691,400 Zestimate®
$197/sqft
$5,818 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,691,400
$1.51M - $1.91M
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Dedicated exercise roomCovered porte cochereState-of-the-art home theaterLarge game roomOversized primary suiteTemperature-controlled wine cellarStone patio
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Cici Riley 216-410-3114 ciciriley@howardhanna.com,
Howard Hanna,
Robert Sullivan 216-645-3893,
Howard Hanna
Bought with:
Adam S Kaufman, 351481
Howard Hanna
Source: MLS Now,MLS#: 5144577Originating MLS: Akron Cleveland Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Spacious Primary Suite with Fireplace, custom Walk-in Closet, and oversize bath with glass shower and whirlpool tub,Flooring: Hardwood
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 24 x 20
Bedroom
- Description: spacious bedroom with ensuite bath,Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17 x 18
Bedroom
- Description: family bedroom with adjacent Jack and Jill bath with double sink vanity
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bedroom
- Description: Family bedroom with Jack and Jill bathroom,Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13.8 x 12
Bonus room
- Description: Flexible space, either playroom or 5th bedroom just off back staircase.,Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 29 x 11
Dining room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Entry foyer
- Description: Two Story,Flooring: Hardwood,Stone
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9 x 7
Exercise room
- Description: Rubber flooring and mirrors with adjacent full bath
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 23 x 23
Game room
- Description: Spacious Entertaining space, dance floor, built-in bar, and pool table area,Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile
- Features: Bar
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 37 x 25
Great room
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19 x 21
Kitchen
- Description: Chef's Gourmet kitchen with 2 pantries, deluxe appliances and gathering area with fireplace,Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14 x 21
Laundry
- Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15 x 7.5
Library
- Description: Flooring: Hardwood
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17.5 x 18
Media room
- Description: State of the Art Home Theater Room,Flooring: Carpet
- Features: Built-in Features, Sound System, Smart Light(s), Wired for Sound
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 24 x 15.2
Sitting room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17 x 15
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Features
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,490
- Total interior livable area: 8,490 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,868
- Finished area below ground: 2,622
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached, Circular Driveway, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: Three Or More,Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 5.03 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 26213895
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- HardiPlank Type, Stone Veneer
- Roof: Asphalt,Fiberglass
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Thistle Wood Sub
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Novelty
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $197/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $903,800
- Annual tax amount: $14,067
- Date on market: 8/4/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 97 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/7/2025 | Sold | $1,670,000-10.9%$197/sqft |
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| 10/17/2025 | Contingent | $1,875,000$221/sqft |
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| 8/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,875,000+50%$221/sqft |
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| 3/7/2007 | Sold | $1,250,000+410.2%$147/sqft |
Source: MLS Now #2336515 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2005 | Sold | $245,000+22.5%$29/sqft |
Source: MLS Now #2198088 Report a problem | ||
| 11/23/1998 | Sold | $200,000+5.3%$24/sqft |
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| 8/1/1995 | Sold | $190,000+17.6%$22/sqft |
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| 10/17/1994 | Sold | $161,500$19/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,454 +9.9% | $316,340 |
| 2024 | $14,067 -0.8% | $316,340 |
| 2023 | $14,186 -15.1% | $316,340 +0.6% |
| 2022 | $16,714 +0.3% | $314,480 |
| 2021 | $16,665 -4.7% | $314,480 |
| 2020 | $17,488 -6.6% | $314,480 |
| 2019 | $18,731 -1.1% | $314,480 |
| 2018 | $18,937 -0.1% | $314,480 |
| 2017 | $18,964 +1.9% | $314,480 +6.5% |
| 2016 | $18,605 +5.2% | $295,300 |
| 2015 | $17,679 +3% | $295,300 |
| 2014 | $17,165 -0.6% | $295,300 |
| 2013 | $17,275 +3.9% | $295,300 |
| 2012 | $16,625 0% | $295,300 |
| 2011 | $16,629 +2.6% | $295,300 -0.7% |
| 2010 | $16,215 +5.7% | $297,500 |
| 2009 | $15,343 +1.8% | $297,500 |
| 2008 | $15,073 +10.4% | $297,500 +11.3% |
| 2007 | $13,653 | $267,230 |
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Neighborhood: 44072
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GreatSchools rating
- NAWestwood Elementary SchoolGrades: K-2Distance: 1.7 mi
- 9/10West Geauga Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 10/10West Geauga High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: West Geauga LSD - 2807
Source: MLS Now. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Geauga County
- Novelty
- 44072
- 7720 Thistle Ln
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