For Sale: A Connecticut HomeFrom 1685 Listed for $1,995,000
Beds: 4 Baths: 4.5 Land: 1.48 ha / 3.67 acres
Amenities: Pool, jacuzzi, poolhouse, lean-to greenhouse, historic fireplaces (including beehive oven), wide-plank floors, hand-hewn beams, updated systems, mahogany deck, two barns (one convertible to guest house or studio), landscaped grounds, privacy
In Woodbury, Connecticut, a colonial home built in 1685 has come to market for $1,995,000 with William Raveis Real Estate. Considered one of the oldest continuously inhabited properties in the county, the four-bedroom, 4.5-bath house sits on 3.67 acres (1.48 hectares), with two barns, a pool, and landscaped grounds.
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The house still carries the atmosphere of early New England. Inside, there are hand-hewn beams, wide-plank floors, and, in the living room, a large cooking fireplace with a built-in beehive oven. Before the room became a place to gather, it was likely the working center of the home.
The property has been updated over time without stripping away the parts that give it character. The living spaces now feel more open, while the kitchen brings in a large center island, breakfast bar, and views across the grounds. Mechanical systems have also been modernized, including a newer HVAC system with humidification.
Outside, it reads more like a small historic compound than a standalone house. Two barns sit near the entrance: one is currently used for garage space, while the other could potentially become a guest house, studio, or additional living area. A mahogany deck opens onto the landscaped grounds, where there is a pool, cabana, and a small bridge crossing the property.
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Woodbury sits in Litchfield County, a part of Connecticut known for historic homes, rural estates, and a quieter rhythm than some of the region’s more established second-home markets.
What makes the property compelling is not grandeur, but continuity. More than three centuries after it was built, the original structure remains intact and in use — a rare example of early American architecture still carrying daily life.
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