Located near the prestigious Mayflower Inn and just minutes from the Washington Green in an area of many fine estates, this 1890’s Barn style home with it’s silo and 1970’s additions, offers a unique opportunity for full renovation and customization. The land has been cleared for a western view with great sunsets and is ready to create your dream estate. While the property retains its historic charm, with a writers cottage and several small outbuildings, it is in need of updating and modernization to fulfill its full potential or scaled back, it could be great to be used as a guest house, while you build your new home! The home’s open floor plan allows for easy flow between the kitchen, dining room, and living spaces, creating a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living. A stone terrace and deck provide a lovely space to enjoy the picturesque views of the surrounding garden and mature landscape and gardens. With a little imagination and effort, this property has the potential to become a true showpiece in the area of stately homes. Whether you’re looking to restore it to its former glory or transform it into your dream retreat, this home offers endless possibilities for customization and personalization. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to create your own slice of paradise.

Interior

  • GeneralOpen Floor Plan
  • RoomsFoyer, Roughed- In Bath, Sitting Room, Solarium, Workshop
  • AppliancesOven/ Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • LaundryMain Level
  • BasementPartial
  • A/CNone
  • HeatingSteam, Oil
  • FireplaceFireplaces: 2
  • Half Baths1

Exterior

  • GeneralTerrace, Shed, Porch, Garden Area, Stone Wall
  • StyleCape Cod
  • PoolHeated, In Ground Pool
  • ParkingParking spaces: 6

Construction

  • RoofingAsphalt Shingle

Location

  • CountyLitchfield

Lot

  • ZoningR-1, 2139471
  • DrivewayUnpaved

Utilities

  • WaterPrivate Well
  • SewerSeptic

Financial

  • ExclusionsWashington Copper Lighting Fixtures, see exclusion list

Listing History

  • 10/30/2025Active
  • 10/30/2025$1,195,000 @ $364 per ft²

Property Features

  • 2139471
  • Asphalt Shingle
  • Cape Cod
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Foyer
  • Garden Area
  • Heated
  • In- Ground Pool
  • Litchfield
  • Main Level
  • Oil
  • Open Floor Plan
  • Parking spaces: 6
  • Partial
  • Porch
  • Private Well
  • R-1
  • Roughed- In Bath
  • see exclusion list
  • Septic
  • Shed
  • Sitting Room
  • Solarium
  • Steam
  • Stone Wall
  • Terrace
  • Unpaved
  • Washington Copper Lighting Fixtures
  • Workshop

Property Info

Property Details

Address: 49 South Street, Washington, Connecticut 06793