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Property Description
"Little River House" is a captivating 3 bedroom / 3.1 bath waterfront retreat situated on the scenic Lieutenant River in the heart of Old Lyme Village. Privately set on 1.11 acres of lawn, mature plantings, and towering hardwoods, this unique shingle-style home offers both tranquility and convenience. Designed with a blend of formal and casual spaces, the floorplan suits any lifestyle with every room enjoying serene views of the river or landscaped grounds. Interior highlights include hardwood floors, gracious foyer, a wood-burning fireplace, butler's pantry, and a spacious pantry/laundry area off the kitchen. The four-season sunroom with bluestone flooring invites year-round enjoyment while front and back staircases provide easy flow throughout. Outdoors, a bluestone patio with sunset awning is perfect for relaxing or entertaining, while a detached two-car garage with loft and workshop/gardening room adds storage and functionality. A documented dock on the river provides small boat access to the CT. River and beyond. The long gravel drive offers dual access from Academy and Lieutenant River Lanes, creating an elegant approach to this truly special property. Come and enjoy this rare blend of charm, privacy, and waterfront living.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 6 Lieutenant River Ln
General
- Sold For: $1,500,000
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24097740
- Added to Site: 159 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior Features: Open Floor Plan
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bath: Full Bath, 6 x 7, Main
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Suite: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, 18 x 11, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, 16 x 11, Upper
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 18 x 11, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Bay/Bow Window, Book Shelves, Built-Ins, Fireplace, Wall/Wall Carpet, 18 x 20, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Bay/Bow Window, Double-Sink, Pantry, Laminate Floor, 16 x 15, Main
- Formal Dining Room: Formal Dining Room - Sliders, Hardwood Floor, 19 x 10, Main
- Office: Office - Hardwood Floor, 13 x 8, Upper
- Study: Bay/Bow Window, Wall/Wall Carpet, 20 x 13, Main
- Laundry: Main Level
- Other Room 1: Other - Hardwood Floor, 16 x 10, Main
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Awnings, Gutters, Garden Area, Patio
- Color: Shingle
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Detached Garage
Location
- County: New London
- Neighborhood: Ferry Road
- Driving Directions: Ferry Road to #6 Lieutenant River Lane
School Information
- Elementary School: Mile Creek
- High School: Lyme-Old Lyme
Community
- Community Name: Ferry Road
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit
- Heating Type: Hot Water, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Electric, Upright Tank, Tank Size Unknown
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Private Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Shingle, Wood
- Basement Desc.: Partial, Full, Unfinished, Concrete Floor
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 3,100
- Above Ground: 3,100 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1925
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.11
- Zoning: R-15
- Lot Description: Some Wetlands, Lightly Wooded, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped, Water View, Open Lot
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: River, Dock or Mooring, View, Access
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $934,700
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 1553213
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Schools
Schools serving 6 Lieutenant River Ln
School District:Regional School District 18
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mile Creek School 205 Mile Creek Road, Old Lyme, CT 06371 | K-5 | 2.9 mi |
Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School 53 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 06371 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Lyme-Old Lyme High School 69 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 06371 | 9-12 | 0.4 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 6 Lieutenant River Ln
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/19/2025
Sold
$1,500,000
-6.25%
MLS
8/12/2025
Listed
$1,600,000
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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.
6 Lieutenant River Lane, Old Lyme, CT 06371 (MLS# 24097740) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,500,000 on November 19, 2025. This property was listed by Joe Rhodes from our Old Lyme/Old Saybrook/Essex Office.Want to learn more about 6 Lieutenant River Lane? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Old Lyme? You can browse all Old Lyme real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


