259 North Main Street, Stonington, CT 06378
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259 North Main Street,Stonington, CT 06378
$3,595,000
- 7 Beds
- 7 Baths
- 7,060 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: judith caracausa(860) 912-9903
Office: william pitt sotheby's int'l(860) 536-5900
MLS#:24147408
Source:CT
Price summary
- Price:$3,595,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$509.21
About this home
Cove Lawn - Historic Italianate Estate with Water Views & Guest House. Walk to Stonington Borough. Experience the charm of village living just moments from Historic Stonington Borough at Cove Lawn, a magnificent c.1860 Italianate estate steeped in local history and timeless elegance. Ideally located just a short stroll to the Borough's deep-water marinas, boutique shopping, seaside cafes, and fine restaurants, this extraordinary property offers the rare combination of estate privacy with walkable coastal village convenience. Set on 3.19 beautifully landscaped acres, the property features a stately 7-Bedroom, 5-Full and 2-Half Bath main residence, an attached au pair apartment, a sparkling inground pool, a charming 2-Bedroom, 1 1/2-Bath guest house, and an impressive three-bay garage/barn of approximately 2,000 sq. ft. The elegant 7,060 sq. ft. main residence has been carefully restored and thoughtfully modernized while preserving its historic architectural character. Inside, graceful 10+ foot ceilings, original hardwood floors, numerous marble fireplaces and exquisite period moldings create a sense of grandeur throughout. Many rooms capture lovely water views, bringing the beauty of the nearby harbor into everyday living. The 1,098 sq. ft. 2 Bedroom guest house provides ideal accommodations for extended family, guests, or caretakers, while the expansive grounds offer privacy and serenity rarely found so close to the village center....
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Home facts
- Year built:1857
- Listing ID #:24147408
- Added:147 day(s) ago
- Updated:August 14, 2026 at 12:07 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:7
- Total bathrooms:7
- Full bathrooms:5
- Half bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:16
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Wine Chiller
- Basement Description:Concrete Floor, Full Basement
- Living area:7,060 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Attic Fan
- Heating:Radiator, Steam, Zoned
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Gable, Metal
- Year built:1857
- Building area:7,060 sq. ft.
- Lot area:3.19 Acres
- Lot Features:Level Lot, Open Lot, Professionally Landscaped, Treed, Water View
- Architectural Style:Victorian
- Construction Materials:Clapboard
- Exterior Features:Barn, Guest House, Gutters, Patio, Porch, Porch-Enclosed, Porch-Screened, Porch-Wrap Around, Shed, Stone Wall
Schools
- High school:Stonington
- Middle school:Per Board of Ed
- Elementary school:Per Board of Ed
Utilities
- Water:Private Well
- Sewer:Cesspool, Septic
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$3,595,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$509.21
- Tax amount:$27,217 (July 2025-June 2026)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer, Wine Chiller
- Amenities:Cable - Available, Golf Course, Library, Private School(s), Security System, Shopping/Mall
- Pool features:In Ground Pool
Parking
- Total parking spaces:7
- Parking description:Asphalt, Barn, Covered Garage, Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street Parking, Paved, Private
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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