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Property Description
Secluded, modern hilltop retreat overlooking Holly Pond and the salt marsh. Nearly 3 acres on a private road adjacent to Darien Land Trust property and Weed Beach Park. Designed by David Austin for his personal residence in 2003. This 5-bedroom 3.5 bath home has been totally renovated by the current owners. A pool, dock, stone patio with gas fire pit, an additional wood burning fire pit, and perennial gardens complete the stunning outdoor spaces set dramatically into the natural contours of the property. With its kitchen and bar set up for entertaining the downstairs spaces take full advantage of the views of Holly Pond. Abundant wildlife and magnificent sunsets make this such a special offering. Easy access to school, shopping and commuting.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1 Brush Island Rd
General
- Sold For: $4,460,000
- HOA FEE: $208/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: (July 2024-June 2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24045863
- Added to Site: 485 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Security System
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Balcony/Deck, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, 25 x 17, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom, 18 x 12, Upper
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom, 18 x 12, Upper
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom, 19 x 11, Upper
- Bedroom 4: Bedroom, 21 x 12, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Fireplace, 25 x 17, Main
- Family Room: Family Room - Balcony/Deck, 18 x 11, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Remodeled, Breakfast Bar, Gas Log Fireplace, Tile Floor, 18 x 18, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - 9 ft+ Ceilings, 18 x 17, Main
- Library: Library - Book Shelves, Built-Ins, Gas Log Fireplace, 19 x 10, Main
- Laundry: Upper Level
- Other Room 1: Other, 11 x 10, Main
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Gunite, Heated, In Ground Pool
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Terrace, Deck, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler, Patio
- Color: Biege
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking: Attached Garage, Paved, Driveway
Location
- County: Fairfield
- Neighborhood: Brush Island
- Driving Directions: Nearwater Lane go right at entrance to Weed Beach. Then take right on to Brush Island Road. first driveway on the right
School Information
- Elementary School: Hindley
- Middle School: Middlesex
- Intermediate School: Middlesex
- High School: Darien
Community
- Community Name: Brush Island
- Association: Yes
- Home Owners Assn.: 1
- Assoc. Fees Include: Snow Removal, Road Maintenance
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Hot Air, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Oil, 50 Gallon Tank, Upright Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Clapboard
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Wood Shingle, Metal
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 4,542
- Above Ground: 4,542 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2003
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.94
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Private, Crushed Stone
- Zoning: R-1
- Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Borders Open Space, Sloping Lot, On Cul-De-Sac, Professionally Landscaped
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Pond, Dock or Mooring, Association Required, Access
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $2,500
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Annual Sewer Fee: $412
- Assessment Amount: $2,443,350
- Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 108392
Listed by Houlihan Lawrence, Douglas Milne
Sold by Houlihan Lawrence, Linda Blackwell Team, Linda Blackwell
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Schools
Schools serving 1 Brush Island Rd
School District:Darien School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hindley Elementary School 10 Nearwater Lane, Darien, CT 06820 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Middlesex Middle School 204 Hollow Tree Ridge Road, Darien, CT 06820 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
Darien High School 80 High School Lane, Darien, CT 06820 | 9-12 | 2.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1 Brush Island Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/28/2025
Sold
$4,460,000
-5.01%
MLS
9/20/2024
Listed
$4,695,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1 Brush Island Road, Darien, CT 06820 (MLS# 24045863) is a Single Family property that was sold at $4,460,000 on February 28, 2025. Want to learn more about 1 Brush Island Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Darien? You can browse all Darien real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

