Shingle Style Historic Gem On Private Island For Just $2.75M! Photos!

E Stooping Bush Aka Gray Rock Is, Branford, CT 06405

Property Information:

  • Price: $2,750,000
  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 1.5
  • Size: 2,298 sqft / 0.69 acre lot

For the fortunate buyer, this one-of-a-kind Thimble Island property offers the ultimate private getaway, creating a lifetime of family memories. Nestled on the southern fringe of the Thimble Islands, this idyllic retreat showcases breathtaking 360-degree views of the Connecticut shoreline, the majestic Thimble Islands, and the Long Island Sound beyond.

Property Highlights:

  • Unrivaled Location & Views:
    • Set high on a granite outcropping, offering panoramic views of the Thimble Islands and Long Island Sound.
    • Located just off the Stony Creek coastline, only 75 miles from NYC and 19 miles from the Hamptons.
    • Surrounded by nature’s beauty, with sunrises, sunsets, and warm summer breezes that must be experienced to be believed.
  • Historic 1900 Stone & Shingle-Style Home:
    • Classic New England charm with granite stone columns, wood floors, and wainscoting.
    • Spacious family room with a grand granite fireplace and soaring high ceilings.
    • Eat-in country kitchen with large pantry and a formal dining room featuring another granite fireplace.
    • Six bedrooms upstairs, offering ample space for family and guests.
  • Unparalleled Outdoor Living:
    • Wrap-around covered porch + upper-level sun deck for unobstructed coastal views.
    • Deep-water dock with float, ideal for boaters, fishing, or water recreation.
    • Granite stone walkways, seawalls, and fireplaces, all quarried from the island itself.
    • Garden area and private beach, perfect for relaxation and outdoor activities.
    • Outdoor shower, adding to the seaside lifestyle charm.
  • Convenient & Private Access:
    • Accessible only by boat, water taxi, or ferry from Stony Creek Village.
    • Total privacy and seclusion, yet close enough to the mainland for easy access to amenities

A rare opportunity to own a historic island home—a true sanctuary for those seeking unmatched coastal beauty, tranquility, and adventure. Whether you’re looking for a private retreat, a family legacy property, or an exclusive waterfront escape, this Thimble Island treasure is waiting to create memories for generations to come.

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Presented by: Joseph Piscitelli

Brokered by: Coldwell Banker Realty

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