1218 Smith Ridge Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
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- Sun, Apr 1212:00 pm - 02:00 pm
Listed by: melissa rwambuya(917) 670-5053
Office: william raveis real estate(203) 966-3555
MLS#:24165816
Source:CT
Price summary
- Price:$3,549,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$415.62
About this home
Designed by acclaimed architect Dinyar Wadia, this exceptional 5-bedroom estate is set on park-like grounds just minutes from downtown New Canaan. Tranquil gardens, a scenic pond, meandering stream, and curated perennial plantings create a rare sense of serenity and privacy - an ideal setting for both entertaining and everyday living. In the main residence, a gracious foyer introduces elegant, well-proportioned interiors, with dining and living rooms anchored by a double-sided stone fireplace. The gourmet kitchen opens to the family room, sunroom, and front and rear covered porches. The home also features multiple private offices and sun-filled bedrooms, including a serene primary-suite with vaulted ceiling, fireplace, private porch, and own sauna. A third-floor suite provides a private guest retreat, while the fully finished lower level includes a dedicated gym with separate entrance. Exceptional outdoor living unfolds with a heated pool, outdoor kitchen, fieldstone fireplace, spa tub, stone terraces, and covered dining areas. A six-person sauna with full bath enhances the spa-like atmosphere, while an authentic tea house provides the ideal setting for yoga or meditation. A refined separate barn/garage includes a beautifully appointed 1-bedroom apartment-perfect for guests, extended family, or a private retreat. The expansive garage accommodates up to six cars, with space for lifts and multiple charging stations, offering a rare opportunity for the discerning car collector....
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Home facts
- Year built:1978
- Listing ID #:24165816
- Added:2 day(s) ago
- Updated:April 12, 2026 at 11:34 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:6
- Total bathrooms:9
- Full bathrooms:7
- Half bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:11
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven/Range, Range Hood, Subzero, Wine Chiller
- Basement Description:Cooled, Full Basement, Garage Access, Heated, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Walk-out
- Living area:8,539 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Hot Air, Hot Water, Radiant, Zoned
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt Shingle, Wood Shingle
- Year built:1978
- Building area:8,539 sq. ft.
- Lot area:4.14 Acres
- Lot Features:Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped, Secluded, Sloping Lot, Water View
- Architectural Style:Colonial
- Construction Materials:Cedar, Clapboard, Wood
- Exterior Features:Barn, French Doors, Guest House, Gutters, Hot Tub, Lighting, Terrace, Underground Sprinkler, Underground Utilities
Schools
- High school:New Canaan
- Middle school:Saxe Middle
- Elementary school:East
Utilities
- Water:Private Well
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$3,549,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$415.62
- Tax amount:$38,849 (July 2025-June 2026)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Range, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range, Range Hood, Subzero, Washer, Wine Chiller
- Amenities:Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Library, Open Floor Plan, Park, Public Pool, Sauna, Security System, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
- Pool features:In Ground Pool
Parking
- Total parking spaces:5
- Parking description:Asphalt, Attached Garage, Barn, Detached Garage, Driveway, Gravel, Paved, Private, RV/Boat Pad
- Garage:Yes
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