Date
Details
Price
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Source
2/24/2026
Listed
$20,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Tucked at the end of a quiet cul de sac in one of New Canaan's most sought after neighborhoods, this exceptional six bedroom Colonial offers the rare combination of privacy, scale, and timeless design. Set on two beautifully landscaped acres, the property feels serene and secluded while remaining just minutes from town, schools, parks and shopping. Classic architecture meets refined interiors. Sunlight pours through oversized windows, highlighting spacious living and dining rooms that flow seamlessly for both formal entertaining and relaxed daily living. The custom DEANE kitchen is the heart of the home, thoughtfully designed with premium finishes, expansive prep space, and effortless access to warm, inviting gathering areas that make hosting feel natural. Generously sized bedrooms provide comfort and flexibility for family, guests, or dedicated office space. The home's layout balances openness with defined spaces, offering versatility for modern lifestyles. Outdoors, the expansive grounds create a private retreat with room to unwind, entertain, and enjoy the beauty of every season. This is a rare rental opportunity in a premier New Canaan location, delivering elegance, privacy, and convenience in equal measure.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 61 Bittersweet Ln
General
- Rent: $20,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24149085
- Updated: 2/24/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Rental Type: Yearly Unfurnished
- Lease Terms: Per Month
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 12
- Interior Features: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Security System
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, 20 x 14, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Full Bath, 18 x 12, Main
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Jack & Jill Bath, Walk-In Closet, Wall/Wall Carpet, Hardwood Floor, 14 x 13, Upper
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom - Wall/Wall Carpet, Hardwood Floor, 15 x 13, Upper
- Bedroom 4: Bedroom - Jack & Jill Bath, Wall/Wall Carpet, Hardwood Floor, 17 x 11, Upper
- Bedroom 5: Bedroom - Wall/Wall Carpet, Hardwood Floor, 17 x 9, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Fireplace, 27 x 16, Main
- Great Room: Great Room - Vaulted Ceiling, Built-Ins, Fireplace, French Doors, 22 x 21, Main
- Family Room: Family Room, 28 x 26, Lower
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Breakfast Bar, Built-Ins, Wet Bar, Island, 21 x 17, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room, 17 x 15, Main
- Office: Office, 15 x 12, Main
- Den: Den - Fireplace, French Doors, 16 x 16, Main
- Game room: Yes
- Game Room: Rec/Play Room, 39 x 19, Lower
- Rec Room: 39 x 19, Lower
- Laundry: Upper Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Garden Area, Covered Deck, French Doors, Patio
- Color: White
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Attached Garage
Location
- County: Fairfield
- Driving Directions: GPS - 61 Bittersweet Lane, New Canaan, CT 06840
School Information
- Elementary School: East
- Middle School: Saxe Middle
- High School: New Canaan
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Restrictions: Restrictions. Ask
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Hot Water, Geothermal, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Geothermal, Oil
- Water Heater: Other, Domestic
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Private Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Shingle, Wood
- Basement Desc.: Full, Fully Finished
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 6,401
- Above Ground: 4,901 Sq. Ft.
- Below Ground: 1,500 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1965
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.02
- Zoning: 2AC
- Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, On Cul-De-Sac
Green Features
- Energy Features: Generator, Geothermal Heat
Financial Considerations
- Tenant Pays: All Utilities, Cable TV, Credit Check, Electricity, Grounds Maintenance, Heat, Hot Water, Insurance, Internet, Security System, Snow Removal, Trash Service, Water
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 187466
Listed by Houlihan Lawrence, Libby Mattson
Price History for 61 Bittersweet Ln
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- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 5 days ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 2,994Sq. Ft.
- Apartment
- Active
- Updated 23 hours ago
- 1Bed
- 1Total Bath
- 751Sq. Ft.
- Apartment
- Active
- Updated 22 hours ago
- 2Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 1,189Sq. Ft.
- Apartment
- Active
- Updated 22 hours ago
- 1Bed
- 1Total Bath
- 1,304Sq. Ft.
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- Apartment
- Active
- Updated 5 days ago
- 1Bed
- 1Total Bath
- 733Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 1 day ago
- 3Beds
- 3Total Baths
- 2,650Sq. Ft.
- Apartment
- Active
- Updated 5 days ago
- 1Bed
- 1Total Bath
- 733Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 6 days ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
- 2,182Sq. Ft.
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- Single Family
- Closed
- Updated 1 day ago
- 5Beds
- 5Total Baths
- 4,524Sq. Ft.
- Single Family
- Closed
- 4Beds
- 8Total Baths
- 6,821Sq. Ft.
Listed by Cindy Saul
Sold by William Raveis Real Estate
Sold by William Raveis Real Estate
61 Bittersweet Lane, New Canaan, CT 06840 (MLS# 24149085) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 61 Bittersweet Lane is currently listed for rent at $20,000 and was received on February 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 61 Bittersweet Lane? Do you have questions about finding other real estate for sale or rent in New Canaan? You can browse all New Canaan rentals or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.