Welcome to 25 Lukes Wood Road (aka Father's Folly), one of the most unique homes and desirable neighborhoods in New Canaan. A straight shot along beautiful Oenoke Ridge from the vibrant downtown, you will be immediately captivated by its covered front porch and sunny upper deck. You will not be disappointed when you walk in the front door and see all the light! The heart of this home lies in the inviting living spaces, especially a gracious living room with a fireplace, picture window overlooking the private yard and access to the terrace with a stone fireplace. The eat-in gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream. A butler's pantry leads to the formal dining room and light filled family room, a favorite gathering spot. The designated office, first floor guest suite, and expansive mudroom complete the first floor. Upstairs you'll find an incredible great room with a cathedral ceiling, rustic beams and balcony. The two story primary suite, with dressing room and spa like bath, opens to a large western facing balcony. The four additional bedrooms have en-suite baths. The finished 3rd floor provides endless possibilities, from a gym, art studio, playroom ... The expansive flat yard is perfect for outdoor recreation and entertaining, from soccer games to garden parties and a potential pool site. There is even a sugar shack for continuing the tradition of making your own syrup. LOCATION is key! Nearby Scotts Corner, Bedford and Vista provide even more options for dining and shopping.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Colonial
Year Built: 2000
Living Area: 6,180 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Houlihan Lawrence
Office Phone: (203) 966-3507
Listing Agent: Kelly Kraus
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler
Basement: Yes
Interior: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 6
Total Bedroom Count: 6
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: No
Exterior: Balcony, Shed, Porch, Gutters, Covered Deck, French Doors, Patio
Parking Information:
Garage Space: 3 spaces
Attached Garage: Yes
Parking: Attached Garage
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Level
Lot Size: 5.97 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Hot Water
Cooling: Central Air
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
New Canaan High School, Public District Grades 9-12
Saxe Middle School, Public District Grades 5-8
West School, Public District Grades PK-4
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Oenoke Ridge to Lukes Wood
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $2,895,000
Price Per SqFt: $468/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $32,695
Tax Year: 2021
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
9
/10
West School
769 Ponus Rdg
Distance between this listing and this school3.31 miles
Public District Grades PK-4
Middle School
9
/10
Saxe Middle School
468 South Ave
Distance between this listing and this school4.32 miles
Public District Grades 5-8
High School
9
/10
New Canaan High School
11 Farm Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.34 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
9
/10
West School
769 Ponus Rdg
Distance between this listing and this school3.31 miles
Public District Grades PK-4
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Pound Ridge Elementary School
7 Pound Ridge Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.28 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
10
/10
East School
54 Little Brook Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.38 miles
Public District Grades KG-4
Assigned Schools
9
/10
Saxe Middle School
468 South Ave
Distance between this listing and this school4.32 miles
Public District Grades 5-8
Nearby Schools
5
/10
Scofield Middle School
641 Scofieldtown Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.92 miles
Public Magnet Grades 6-8
10
/10
Middlebrook School
131 School Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.69 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Assigned Schools
9
/10
New Canaan High School
11 Farm Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.34 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
10
/10
Wilton High School
395 Danbury Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.85 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
3
/10
Westhill High School
125 Roxbury Rd
Distance between this listing and this school6.98 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $286,499. The majority of New Canaan, CT residents have income $200k+ annually. Typical family type is married, with kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 25 Lukes Wood Rd
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 25 Lukes Wood Rd property is $2,895,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 25 Lukes Wood Rd is a house located in New Canaan, Connecticut, 06840.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 25 Lukes Wood Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 25 Lukes Wood Rd are: West School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10Saxe Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10New Canaan High School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $32,695 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on April 28, 1995 for $550,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 25 Lukes Wood Rd has 6 bedrooms and 6 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 25 Lukes Wood Rd is 6,180 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 25 Lukes Wood Rd is 2000.
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This home is located at 25 Lukes Wood Rd in New Canaan, CT and zip code 06840. This 6,180 square foot home, which was built in 2000, sits on a 5.97 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 08, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,895,000.
New Canaan, CT housing market in April 2024 saw over 8 listings sold above listed price, more than 1 sold at listed price and over 7 sold below. In April 2024 in New Canaan, CT there were 7% more homes for sale than in March 2024.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
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