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1 Great Elm Drive

Sharon, CT 06069
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Bed 6

Bed

Bath 9

Bath

SqFt6,716

Sqft

Acres6.34

Acres(Lot)

This exceptional residence, one of Sharon's most historic properties, occupies much of the original 1812 Georgian mansion, home to a notable family, including William F. Buckley, Jr., for over a century. The layout is spacious & flexible, offering multiple options for purchase: 1) purchase in its current layout as a spacious, 6-bedroom residence, 2) divide the current 6-bedroom residence into two spacious 3-bedroom residences, 3) additionally acquire the north wing to recreate a more complete version of the original mansion for use as an expansive single-family residence, a family compound, or separate residences for rental income. The current 6,716 sq ft home has been thoughtfully restored & offers 6 bedrooms with primary suites on both levels, 7 full baths, and 2 powder rooms. The kitche n opens to a stunning library & informal dining area, complemented by formal living & dining rooms, a family room, office, gym, den, laundry room and 7 fireplaces. At the center of the home, a dramatic three-story 1250 sq foot glass atrium (the 1,250 sq ft is not included in the 6,716 sq ft) - enclosing the 1929 courtyard - creates a year-round living space that brings light & openness into the core of the home. This is estate living with the ease of a managed community. Enjoy beautifully maintained grounds with specimen trees & beautiful plantings. Amenities include: junior Olympic-sized heated pool, pool house, tennis court & separate paddle/pickle courts and more. More info below. A defining layer of the home's character comes from early 20th-century additions, including historic hand-crafted tiles, lighting, and other architectural elements and materials rescued in 1929 from post-revolutionary Mexico. These details are fully integrated into the interiors, adding depth and sophistication, without detracting from the home's original design and character. The result is a home that balances scale, history, and livability to a degree increasingly difficult to replicate. The interiors reflect a comprehensive renovation in 2013 that preserved original character, including 3 distinctive original Art Deco bathrooms, while addressing structural, mechanical, and aesthetic elements. Period details, fireplaces, and proportioned rooms are complemented by more tailored updates and curated finishes throughout. A detailed list of upgrades is available upon request. Walk to Sharon village for dining, amenities, 4 churches, and the Sharon hospital; convenient to Hotchkiss, Salisbury, Kent, & Millbrook Schools and nearby golf, tennis, shooting clubs and Lime Rock Raceway. Residence comes with 2 garage spaces, 2 carport spaces and outside parking spaces as well. Two hours from NYC, and 10 minutes to Metro North trains to Grand Central Terminal. WHAT MAKES GREAT ELM COMPELLING IS NOT ONLY WHAT IT IS BUT WHAT IT SOLVES. Many buyers are drawn to the beauty, history, scale, and prestige of a grand estate but are less enthusiastic about the maintenance, staffing, capital improvements, and ongoing responsibilities that accompany ownership. Great Elm offers a compelling alternative and a rare opportunity that it difficult to replicate. Owners enjoy the architecture, grounds, amenities, and sense of arrival associated with a notable estate, while much of the maintenance and stewardship is handled for them. The result is a unique form of turnkey estate living-one that allows owners to spend their time enjoying the property rather than managing it.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $3,999,000

AD Id : 78889331

MLS Id : 24173869

Beds : 6

Lot Size : 6.34 Acres

Living Area Size : 6,716

Tax Amount : 12478.00

Year Built : 1812

Garage : 4

County : Litchfield

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 6

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 9 Full Baths: 7 Half Baths: 2

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 16 Has Basement: Yes Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Storage Space, Concrete
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt
  • Interior Features

    Entrance Foyer Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Ice Maker, Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Cooler Laundry Features: Laundry Room Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Oil, Baseboard, Hot Water Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1812 Building Area Total: 6716 Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Frame Patio And Porch Features: Patio Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, Outdoor Pool, In Ground Private Pool: No Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Garden, Tennis Court(s)

  • Lot Information

    Lot Size Acres: 6.34 Lot Description: Cleared, Level

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $3999000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 999999999 Annual Tax: $12478

  • Parking Information

    Parking Total: 6 Off Street, Carport, Paved

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 4
    Homeowners Association Information
    Has Association: Yes Included Fees: Pest Control, Sewer, Snow Removal, Trash, Maintenance Grounds HOA: $5,506.00 Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Pool, Park, Tennis Court(s), Sport Court, Parking Community Features: Tennis Court(s), Golf

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Sharon Center
    Junior High School:
    Senior High School: Housatonic
  • Location Information

    Direction: From Clock Tower in Sharon go South on Route 41 to 1 Great Elm on the left marked by stone pillars. Go through stone pillars and take first right toward the flagpole and park in from of home. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Security System
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ByOwner last updated this listing 09/02/2026 @ 08:23

MLS: 24173869 LISTED BY: Ann Stettner, Neil Charles Real Estate SOURCE: SmartMLS

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