Private New Canaan Oasis: Bespoke Luxury can be found in this modern version of a traditional centerhall colonial in prestigious New Canaan's West School district. This custom-built Lukes Wood estate underwent a spectacular renovation by Award-winning RR Builders, updating the sophisticated main residence to over 7,000 square feet of turnkey luxury. The expansive floor plan boasts 6 generously appointed bedrooms - each featuring an ensuite bath and walk-in closet alongside elegant formal living and dining rooms, a private office, a wine cellar, a butler's pantry, and a finished walk-out lower level with a full bath. At the heart of the home, a fully appointed chef's kitchen with a double island and professional-grade appliances flows into a sun-drenched breakfast room and a magnificent great room, which showcases a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, cathedral ceilings, and rustic beams. French doors transition seamlessly to an outdoor sanctuary featuring a 45' x 22' heated gunite pool, an expansive terrace, a pavilion with a firepit, private walking trails, plus a custom-built barn that offers additional space for cars, equipment, a gym, art studio, or large office space delivering an unparalleled, ultra-private retreat close to New Canaan's top-tier schools and vibrant community.
For sale
Price cut: $300K (6/13)
$5,195,000
81 Lukes Wood Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
6beds
8,505sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
6.2 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$611/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Rustic beamsPavilion with a firepitExpansive terracePrivate officeMagnificent great roomSun-drenched breakfast roomWine cellar
- 21 days |
- 1,641 |
- 97 |
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THE SNEDDON TEAM OF WILLIAM PITT SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY,
Jaime Sneddon (203)219-3769,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-966-2633,
Co-Listing Agent: Kendall Sneddon 203-561-5658,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24180326
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry
Primary bedroom
- Features: High Ceilings, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 369.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 23.1
Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 232 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.5 x 16
Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 253.02 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.11 x 19.3
Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 235.72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.6 x 15.11
Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 274.12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.4 x 17.8
Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 343.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.3 x 24
Dining room
- Features: High Ceilings, Bay/Bow Window, Hardwood Floor, Wet Bar
- Level: Main
- Area: 300.46 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.1 x 16.6
Family room
- Features: 2 Story Window(s), Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 722.76 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31.7 x 22.8
Kitchen
- Features: High Ceilings, Dining Area, French Doors, Granite Counters, Hardwood Floor, Kitchen Island
- Level: Main
- Area: 545.02 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.9 x 23.8
Library
- Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 250.56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.4 x 17.4
Living room
- Features: High Ceilings, Bay/Bow Window, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 464.31 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20.1 x 23.1
Other
- Features: High Ceilings, Dining Area, Half Bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 272.34 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.8 x 15.3
Other
- Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Stone Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 214.62 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.7 x 14.6
Other
- Features: Built-in Features, Laundry Hookup
- Level: Upper
- Area: 161.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.4 x 15.5
Rec play room
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Lower
- Area: 1956.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 53.6 x 36.5
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Mud Room
Features
- Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer, Smart Thermostat
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Thermopane Windows
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,505
- Total interior livable area: 8,505 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,005
- Finished area below ground: 1,500
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Barn, Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 8
Features
- Patio & porch: Terrace
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Lighting, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, In Ground
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 6.2 Acres
- Features: Few Trees, Dry, Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Barn(s)
- Parcel number: 184977
- Zoning: 4AC
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Health Club, Library, Park, Private School(s), Pool, Tennis Court(s)
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Canaan
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $611/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,484,090
- Annual tax amount: $41,459
- Date on market: 6/5/2026
- Exclusions: Contact LB
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/13/2026 | Price change | $5,195,000-5.5%$611/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24180326 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,495,000+86.3%$646/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24180326 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2020 | Sold | $2,950,000-1.5%$347/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170305668 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2020 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000$352/sqft |
Source: William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty #170305668 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2020 | Pending sale | $2,995,000$352/sqft |
Source: William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty #170305668 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2020 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000+99.7%$352/sqft |
Source: William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty #170305668 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2012 | Sold | $1,500,000-24.6%$176/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #98523114 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2012 | Price change | $1,990,000-7.4%$234/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2011 | Price change | $2,150,000-8.5%$253/sqft |
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| 10/19/2011 | Price change | $2,350,000-6%$276/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2011 | Listed for sale | $2,499,900-13%$294/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2010 | Listing removed | $2,875,000$338/sqft |
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| 7/25/2010 | Price change | $2,875,000-4%$338/sqft |
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| 5/20/2010 | Price change | $2,995,000-9.1%$352/sqft |
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| 4/24/2010 | Listed for sale | $3,295,000+87.7%$387/sqft |
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| 7/22/1996 | Sold | $1,755,309$206/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $41,459 +3.4% | $2,484,090 |
| 2024 | $40,093 +11.3% | $2,484,090 +30.6% |
| 2023 | $36,033 +3.1% | $1,902,460 |
| 2022 | $34,948 +1.2% | $1,902,460 |
| 2021 | $34,549 | $1,902,460 |
| 2020 | $34,549 -0.4% | $1,902,460 |
| 2019 | $34,701 -15.6% | $1,902,460 -21.6% |
| 2018 | $41,138 +1.7% | $2,425,570 |
| 2017 | $40,434 +3.7% | $2,425,570 +1.5% |
| 2016 | $38,994 +2% | $2,390,780 |
| 2015 | $38,229 +2.9% | $2,390,780 |
| 2014 | $37,153 -9.7% | $2,390,780 -15.2% |
| 2013 | $41,153 +3.6% | $2,820,650 |
| 2012 | $39,715 +1.7% | $2,820,650 +0% |
| 2011 | $39,065 +2% | $2,820,600 |
| 2010 | $38,304 +1.7% | $2,820,600 |
| 2009 | $37,655 -12.9% | $2,820,600 -1.3% |
| 2008 | $43,222 +4% | $2,858,600 |
| 2007 | $41,564 +3.6% | $2,858,600 |
| 2006 | $40,135 +4.9% | $2,858,600 |
| 2005 | $38,277 +5.8% | $2,858,600 |
| 2004 | $36,190 +35% | $2,858,600 +49.1% |
| 2003 | $26,814 +6.4% | $1,916,670 +58.8% |
| 2001 | $25,200 +2% | $1,206,900 +0% |
| 2000 | $24,715 +5% | $1,206,800 |
| 1999 | $23,533 | $1,206,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 06840
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10West SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 3.5 mi
- 10/10Saxe Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 4.4 mi
- 10/10New Canaan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: West
- Middle: Saxe Middle
- High: New Canaan
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- Connecticut
- Fairfield County
- New Canaan
- 06840
- 81 Lukes Wood Road
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