31 Contentment Island Road

Darien, CT 06820

$6,995,000
Price
5
Beds
5
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
6,586 Sq. Ft.
$1,062 / Sq. Ft.
6,586
Sq. Ft.
$1,062
per Sq. Ft.
Situated on 2 acres, direct waterfront, with dock, and moorings. Direct access to Long Island Sound. Perfect for boating and water sports. Additional charming one bedroom cottage. In the private Tokenke Association.
Completely renovated with interiors designed by Louise Brooks -beautifully combining modern amenities along with retaining beautiful original 9'+ ceilings, trims and 7 fireplaces.
The gracious entrance foyer opens to; a beautiful paneled Office/Den, a wonderful Living Room, a hallway which leads to the Kitchen and Family Room, and a lovely main staircase leading to the second floor.
The Living Room has; 9' ceilings, a beautiful fireplace, wonderful millwork throughout and sunshine in abundance. Opens to a beautiful Sunroom and Dining Room.
Complete with custom coffered ceiling, leaded glass window, direct water views, and original fireplace, this beautiful Dining Room opens to the Sunroom, Living Room and Kitchen. Perfect for entertaining!
This beautiful Sunroom with custom windows, heated limestone flooring, coffered ceiling and fireplace, make this room a perfect place for coffee in the morning or to watch the beautiful evening sunsets!
Beautiful direct water views!
Open Kitchen and Family/Media Room includes counter seating for five, a breakfast nook with banquet, a custom desk with built-ins, and Media Room. Amazing light and panoramic water views!
Spacious Kitchen with island, top of the line appliances... Sub Zero refrigerator, Wolf Ovens and six gas burner top/griddle, built-ins, pantry, wine fridge, island sink and bar sink.
Breakfast Nook and Media Room both overlooking the water and sunsets.
Kitchen desk area. Built-ins and views!
This custom private Den/Office has beautiful millwork, built-ins, a lovely fireplace, and a bar area with bar sink... all with views of the water!
First floor Powder Room with beautiful millwork.
Staircase to second level - custom millwork.
Primary Suite includes, Sitting Room/Office, large Primary Bedroom with panoramic water views, fireplace, and walk-in closets. His/her bath with soaking tub and custom shower.
Primary Suite - Sitting Room / Office.
Primary Suite Bathroom. Carrera top vanities, soaking tub, double walk-in closets, and custom shower.
Bedroom with Sunroom. Lovely Bedroom suite with fireplace and Sunroom both overlooking the water.
Sunroom off Bedroom #1. A very special Bedroom Suite!
Lovely Bedroom with double closets, desk area, and views of the gardens.
En-suite Bedroom with beautiful views of the water.
A great space for either guests, a separate area for children/teens, Office, or Gym, with Bedroom and Full Bath.
Charming Bedroom.
Side Entrance and Mudroom convenient to drive, garage and... water sports! Custom storage and drawers. Opens to full Laundry Room , sink, and large Pantry.
Beautiful one Bedroom Guest House with Living Room and Full Bath, and direct water views!
Sunsets overlooking the water!
This beautiful property offers not just an outstanding home , but wonderful property and direct waterfront. All on two acres in the beautiful Tokeneke Association!

Description

Premier Darien Waterfront Residence on Contentment Island Road, in the Private Tokeneke Association! Nestled on 2 beautiful Acres, this 5 Bedroom home (with additional large 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Cottage), offers panoramic water views, private dock, two deeded moorings, and 700' of direct water frontage and access to Long Island Sound. Renovated by Hiland Hall Turner Architects and designed by Louise Brooks & Falotico Associates, this home retains it's historic charm with wonderful modern amenities. Features...Premier Darien Waterfront Residence on Contentment Island Road, in the Private Tokeneke Association! Nestled on 2 beautiful Acres, this 5 Bedroom home (with additional large 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Cottage), offers panoramic water views, private dock, two deeded moorings, and 700' of direct water frontage and access to Long Island Sound. Renovated by Hiland Hall Turner Architects and designed by Louise Brooks & Falotico Associates, this home retains it's historic charm with wonderful modern amenities. Features include; 7 fireplaces, heart of antique pine flooring and 9+ ceilings throughout. Main level boasts spacious open living areas with direct views of the water; gourmet Chef's Kitchen and family room, custom Library, lovely Living Room, Dining Room with beautiful coffered ceiling, and stunning Sunroom with panoramic water views. Second floor offers; 4 Large Bedrooms and three full Baths with direct water views, including Primary suite with lovely Sitting Room/Office/Nursery. Third floor includes; large Media room, additional Bedroom, two Bonus rooms (gym and office), and a full Bath. Minutes to downtown Darien, Rowayton, shops, restaurants, train, and Award Winning Schools! A rare opportunity for coastal living just 40 miles from NYC. Also, enjoy outstanding evening sunsets!
  1. Listed by Patricia Schram • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (203)-219-2084 C: (203)-219-2084 pschram@williampitt.com

Property Details for 31 Contentment Island Road

Basement Description
Full, Unfinished, Storage
Direct Waterfront
Yes
Expected Active Date
09-03-2024
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
Tokeneke
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage, Paved, Driveway
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING UPDATED: 12/11/2024 02:58 AM

Property Details for 31 Contentment Island Road

StatusActive
MLS #24042518
Days on Market118
Taxes$59,052 / year
HOA Fees$2,500 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1912
Lot Size2.00 AC / 87,120 SF
CountyFairfield County

Building Information for 31 Contentment Island Road

Stories-Year Built1912Building Size-Lot Size2.00 AC / 87,120 SF

Property Information for 31 Contentment Island Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Association Amenities: Security Services
  • Directions: Old Farm Road to Searles Road to Contentment Island Road. Please park on upper drive.
  • Elementary School: Tokeneke
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Darien
  • Latitude: 41.055803
  • Longitude: -73.457633
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Health Club, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Transportation
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 8
HOA and Fees
  • Association Fee Includes: Security Service, Road Maintenance
  • HOA Fee Amount: 2500
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Home Owner's Assocation: Yes
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: $59,052
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Terrace, Garden Area, Guest House, Stone Wall, French Doors, Underground Sprinkler
  • Waterfront Description: L. I. Sound Frontage, Dock or Mooring, View
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Electric Range, Convection Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Subzero, Dishwasher, Instant Hot Water Tap, Washer, Electric Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Floored, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 7
  • Home Automation: Lock(s), Security System, Thermostat(s)
  • Interior Features: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Adjacent to Mudroom and Back Stairs
  • Rooms Additional: Bonus Room, Gym, Laundry Room, Mud Room, Wine Cellar
  • Rooms Total: 18
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Gas Log Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 21.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 21.2
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Bedroom Suite,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.4
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.1
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.9
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Jack & Jill Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.1
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.1
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,On 3rd Floor
  • Room Length: 20.1
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 10.8
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 14
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,On 3rd Floor
  • Room Length: 11.1
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.9
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 15
  • Room Features: Entertainment Center,Hardwood Floor,On 3rd Floor
  • Room Length: 14.11
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Media Room
  • Room Width: 15.1
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Beams,Built-Ins,Gas Log Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 19.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 15.2
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Book Shelves,Wet Bar,Gas Log Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 28.11
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Beams,Gas Log Fireplace,French Doors,Limestone Floor
  • Room Length: 24.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 14.2
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Breakfast Nook,Granite Counters,Dining Area,Gas Log Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 22.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 36.0
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Entertainment Center,Gas Log Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Width: 23.0
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Entertainment Center,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.3
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 10.7
Room 14
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Dressing Room,Fireplace,Hydro-Tub,Walk-In Closet,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.1
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 20.3
Room 15
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Granite Counters,Dressing Room,Stall Shower,Whirlpool Tub,Walk-In Closet,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 26.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bath
  • Room Width: 24.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Light grey
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Crushed Stone
  • Exclusions: Light fixtures in Dining Room and Sunroom
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Slate
  • Year Built: 1912
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Detached
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Sq Ft Description: Main House 6,586 square ft heated above grade Guest Cottage 680 square ft heated above grade
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 0
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped, Water View, Open Lot
  • Parcel Number: 109209
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 6586.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 6586.0
  • Zoning: R-1
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Generator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, 65 Gallon Tank
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner
Unit 1
  • Listing Key: 20AF2814E2E650A6E063D501100A364D
Unit 2
  • Listing Key: 20AF2814E2E650A6E063D501100A364D
Unit 3
  • Listing Key: 20AF2814E2E650A6E063D501100A364D
Unit 4
  • Listing Key: 20AF2814E2E650A6E063D501100A364D
Unit 5
  • Listing Key: 20AF2814E2E650A6E063D501100A364D
Unit 6
  • Listing Key: 20AF2814E2E650A6E063D501100A364D
Unit 7
  • Listing Key: 20AF2814E2E650A6E063D501100A364D
Unit 8
  • Listing Key: 20AF2814E2E650A6E063D501100A364D
Unit 9
  • Listing Key: 20AF2814E2E650A6E063D501100A364D
Unit 10
  • Listing Key: 20AF2814E2E650A6E063D501100A364D
Unit 11
  • Listing Key: 20AF2814E2E650A6E063D501100A364D
Unit 12
  • Listing Key: 20AF2814E2E650A6E063D501100A364D
Unit 13
  • Listing Key: 20AF2814E2E650A6E063D501100A364D
Unit 14
  • Listing Key: 20AF2814E2E650A6E063D501100A364D
Unit 15
  • Listing Key: 20AF2814E2E650A6E063D501100A364D

Property History for 31 Contentment Island Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 31 Contentment Island Road

Taxable ValueLand$2,801,050Additions$1,218,840Total$4,019,890
Tax Record2023$59,052 ($4,921 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Total Finished SqFt4,805 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,805 SqFtStories2Lot Size87,120 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1916ZoningR-1CountyFAIRFIELDAPNDARI M:68 B:11Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 31 Contentment Island Road

This home is within Darien School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Tokeneke Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Middlesex Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Darien High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Tokeneke Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Middlesex Middle School
Public6 to 8

Darien High School
Public9 to 12

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More information about 31 Contentment Island Road, Darien, CT 06820

31 Contentment Island Road is a single family home for sale in Darien, CT 06820. This property was listed for sale on August 30, 2024 by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, it's currently listed at $6,995,000. It has been on the market for a total of 118 days and was last sold on September 29, 1998. This listing's school district is Darien School District. Nearby schools include Tokeneke Elementary School, Middlesex Middle School and Darien High School. 31 Contentment Island Road is a 5-bed, 5.5-bath, 6,586 sqft single family home built in 1912.

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