Check out that stone work!! 2,000 feet of riverfront in Connecticut.
- Price: $1,495,000
- Address: 337 Romford Rd, Washington Depot, CT 06794
- Property Type: Single Family (Storybook Stone Cottage)
- Year Built: 2003
Key Specifications
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2.5 (2 full, 1 half)
- Living Area: 2,275 sq. ft.
- Lot Size: 9.95 Acres
Notable Features
- Waterfront: 2,000+ feet of direct frontage along the Shepaug River, including a private swimming and fishing hole with handcrafted stone steps.
- Exterior: Enchanting stone construction with a wood shingle roof, a 500-foot stone wall fronting the property, and multiple terraces/patios.
- Fireplaces: 3 total (including two stone fireplaces in the living/dining rooms and one on the outdoor front terrace).
- Interior Layout:
- Main-floor primary suite with direct access to a private back terrace.
- Upper level includes 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath, and an office nook.
- Laundry room located on the main level.
- Partial, unfinished basement.
- Utilities: Propane heating (hot air), central air conditioning, private well water, and a septic system.
Location & Lifestyle
- Setting: Located on an officially designated scenic road, bordering the Steep Rock Land Trust.
- Outdoor Access: Extensive trail system on-site for hiking and mountain biking; beach rights/access to Lake Waramaug nearby.
- Proximity: Within walking distance to indoor tennis at Rumsey Hall School and a short drive to the villages of New Preston, Washington Depot, Bantam, and Litchfield.
A Storybook Stone Cottage with 2000+/- feet of frontage along the Shepaug River. Step into a fairy tale with this enchanting stone cottage, where timeless charm meets natural beauty. The welcoming front terrace with wood-burning fireplace sets the stage for outdoor gatherings, all while the soothing sound of the Shepaug River echoes in the background. Inside, the warmth continues with 2 additional stone fireplaces anchoring the Living and Dining rooms.
The main-floor primary suite opens directly to a private back terrace-perfect for morning coffee. Upstairs, 2 additional bedrooms share a full bath and an office nook. Follow the extensive trail system to the handcrafted stone steps into your own private swimming/fishing hole in the river. This is a truly rare and magical retreat, located on an officially designated scenic road. The property in fronted by a 500 foot stone wall and offers direct access to miles of walking/mountain biking and borders Steeprock Land Trust. Just minutes from Lake Waramaug’s beach access and the charming villages of New Preston, Washington Depot, Bantam, and Litchfield. Indoor tennis at Rumsey Hall School is just a short walk away, and the property’s extensive trail network invites year-round exploration. Did I mention the outdoor pizza oven?
