George Cress of Real Broker Email: george@cress.co (dot co) Call/Text: 212-203-5251
Newtown, CT / 32 DAYS ON MARKET
148 Taunton Hill RoadNewtown, CT 06470
Asking price$3,495,000Active
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Our Take
148 Taunton Hill Road, known as Hermitswood, is a French Norman-style country estate on eight acres in Newtown. The property includes a natural swimming pool, curated gardens, patios, terraces, a lily pond, and grass stairways, along with a two-bedroom guest suite. Charles Hilton Architects reimagined the home after an earlier renovation by Theo Muller. Interior details include custom millwork, hardwood floors with brass inlays, a 17th-century French fireplace, antique French stone flooring, coffered ceilings, and a kitchen with two Calacatta marble islands.
At a glance
Active · MLS #24196787- Bedrooms
- 6
- BathroomsBaths
- 5 full / 4 half
- Square feet
- 6,321
- Year built
- 1900
- Acres
- 8.13
- Property taxes
- $33,327
July 2025-June 2026
What stands out
- French Norman-style country estate on eight acres
- Natural swimming pool and curated gardens
- Two-bedroom guest suite
- Kitchen with two Calacatta marble islands
- 17th-century French fireplace
- New terrace off the kitchen
- Upper-level and main-level decks
- Custom millwork and brass-inlaid hardwood floors
Read the full listing description
Hermitswood is a gracious French Norman-style country estate set on eight spectacular acres, features a natural swimming pool, extensive gardens, and two-bedroom guest suite. Originally renovated by renowned architect Theo Muller, the home has been reimagined by Charles Hilton Architects, transforming it into an exceptional country retreat offering 6,321 square feet of elegant living space. The award-winning landscape design is spectacular, with beautifully curated gardens, patios, terraces, a lily pond, and two sweeping grass stairways leading to the breathtaking 30' x 95' chemical-free swimming pool. The interior is highlighted by the award-winning chef's kitchen, featuring a 48" Sub-Zero, a Lacanche range with custom hood and limestone backsplash, Waterstone fixtures, and two impressive 11' islands topped with Calacatta marble. Exceptional craftsmanship is evident throughout, including custom millwork and moldings, hardwood floors with brass inlays, a 17th-century French fireplace, antique French stone flooring, and coffered ceilings. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, a spacious new terrace just off the kitchen provides the perfect setting for dining and entertaining. An upper-level deck, and an additional main-level deck, offers peaceful spaces to relax and enjoy the surrounding landscape. Rarely does a property combine architectural pedigree, extraordinary craftsmanship, and such breathtaking natural beauty. Hermitswood is truly a one-of-a-kind country estate.
Schools
- Elementary
- Per Board of Ed
- Middle
- Per Board of Ed
- High
- Newtown
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
A closer look at the location
Open Google Maps ↗148 Taunton Hill Road, Newtown, CT 06470
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Originally listed | $3,495,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $3,495,000 asking price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 50% rebate = $43,688. Actual savings depend on the final purchase price and commission Cress receives. The assumed commission is not a representation of this listing's offered compensation.
Listed by Klemm Real Estate Inc · (860) 868-7313
Maria Taylor
SmartMLS · Listing #24196787 · Active
Listing data checked: Sep 17, 2026, 7:06 PM EDT.
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