Property Description

Reverie Farm. The ultimate antique country estate located on highly desirable Melius Road in a quiet, private 70+ acre rural setting, minutes from Lake Waramaug beach access. The former estate of renowned abstract artist Cleve Gray and author Francine du Plessix, the light and bright circa 1799 stone colonial has been beautifully restored and offers the true Connecticut country compound experience, complete with multiple open level pastures, private heated pool, tennis court, fruit trees, raised beds for vegetable gardens, perennials and even a chicken coop. Take long walks on your own private hiking trails, or have a swim in Lake Waramaug. The main house has 6 bedrooms, one on the main level with a devoted full bath and sitting room, a large master bedroom w/ sitting area, dressing room, bath w/ deep soaking tub and separate shower, additional 4 bedrooms and two luxurious baths on the second level make this perfect weekend getaway for friends and family, or a full time private sanctuary with room for staff and guests in 1 Br and 2 Br apts fulfills all needs. On the main floor is a Pub with sitting room. A gorgeous kitchen with high end appliances, opens to the Family room with beamed ceiling and fireplace, which flows to the dining and living room, both with fireplaces and to the library/sitting room. A screened-in porch overlooks the private heated pool. There is a large double height office/gathering room in the garage building. *Summer at higher rate, Ask for details

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