153 Ferry Road Lyme, CT 06371
Welcome to ‘Highover, ’ a 30-acre hilltop estate on the lower Connecticut River designed by Alfred Hopkins. Over half a mile of water frontage makes this one of the most private waterfront settings in the state, with natural physical barriers that provide security and protection. Many notable guests have visited, including Albert Einstein, Katherine Hepburn, President Harding, and William Gilette. A 5-year renovation occurred at the sprawling 5 BED/8 BATH chateau residence and the 3 BED/4 BATH 1820s Federal Style guest house next to the pillared gated entry. The ground-up renovations exemplify the owner’s endless devotion to bringing the expected appurtenances into both homes while preserving their classic architecture. A new 3-bay garage with a workshop above and a spacious tobacco barn would accommodate many recreational needs. The dock on Whalebone Creek easily accommodates the owner’s 36’ Hinckley Picnic boat. For larger boats, a 10-minute boat ride brings you to your mooring at Hamburg Cove, one of the East’s best hurricane holes. If your vessel is over sixty feet, marinas are available at the mouth of the river. Lyme is the quintessential enchanted classic New England setting of antique homes, stone walls, and undisturbed countryside. Uniquely poised between New York and Boston and a short ride to world-class entertainment at 2 of the world's largest casinos - Foxwoods & Mohegan Sun. Less than an hour by helicopter from JFK, Logan, and Bradley.
- Property TypeSingle Family Home
- NeighborhoodHadlyme
- CountyNew London
- Taxes$43,235
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees$0
- Days on Site114 Days
- MLS StatusActive
- MLS ID Number170623353
- Home Size Source N/A
- Year Built1917
- Lot Size30.7 Acres
- Full Baths4
- Partial Baths4
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General Features
- Style Chateau
- Construction Stone
- Parking Detached GarageBarnCarport
- Sewer Septic Tank
- Basement Partially FinishedHeatedCooledInterior AccessWalk-out
- Acreage 30.7
- Water Well
- Property Sub Type Single Family Residence
- Garage Spaces 3
- Attached Garage No
- Foundation Stone
- Zoning Zoning
Interior Features
- Cooling Central AirZoned
- Heating PropaneRadiantZoned
- Appliances Gas CooktopGas RangeOven/ RangeWall OvenMicrowaveRange HoodSubzeroDishwasherWasherElectric DryerDryerWine Chiller
- Interior Audio SystemAuto Garage Door Opener
- Fireplaces 6
- Laundry Features Lower LevelUpper Level
- Fireplace Yes
Exterior Features
- Roof Slate
- View Water View
- Pool true
- Spa No
- Pool Features In Ground PoolSpaHeatedSalt Water
- Waterfront Property Yes
- Waterfront Features Direct WaterfrontRiverDock or MooringBeach
- Private Pool true
- Exterior BarnCovered DeckFruit TreesGuest HouseLightingPatioStone WallTerraceUnderground Sprinkler
- Lot SecludedWater ViewLightly WoodedRollingFence - StoneProfessionally Landscaped
- Patio And Porch Covered DeckPatio