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New Canaan, CT / SOLD
115 Pequot LaneNew Canaan, CT 06840
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Sale Price$2,050,000ClosedNovember 28, 2023
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Our Take
115 Pequot Lane is a 1973 post-and-beam home on 4.54 acres, planned by architect Lawrence Michaels and originally created by NBC “Tonight Show” host Jack Paar. The property includes a paddle ball court, tennis court with viewing tent, sports court with basketball, pool, spa, and separate cabana. Inside, a great room has soaring ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace, while the home also includes the “Desert Room” sunroom, bar and game room, five first-floor bedroom suites, separate private space for guests or live-ins, and gym and flex space.
At a glance
Closed · MLS #170601530- Bedrooms
- 5
- BathroomsBaths
- 5 full / 2 half
- Square feet
- 6,631
- Year built
- 1973
- Acres
- 4.54
- Property taxes
- $24,777
July 2023-June 2024
What stands out
- 1973 post-and-beam home
- Planned by architect Lawrence Michaels
- Paddle ball, tennis, and sports courts
- Pool, spa, and separate cabana
- Great room with soaring ceilings and fireplace
- The “Desert Room” sunroom
- Five first-floor bedroom suites with full baths
- Separate private space for guests or live-ins
Read the full listing description
Unique opportunity to purchase private oasis 1973 Post and Beam originally created by the legendary NBC "Tonight Show" Host Jack Paar. Thoughtfully planned out by late Architect Lawrence Michaels who is best known for his work on Dave Brubeck's Home in Wilton, CT. Welcome to "Long Barn" a beautiful 4+acre estate and retreat 7 mins to downtown New Canaan’s luxury shops, restaurants, and entertainment. Relax in resort-like living which includes your very own paddle ball court, tennis court with viewing tent, sports court with basketball and serene pool with spa and separate cabana. This purist Post and Beam is a classic treasure waiting for new owners. It is infused with personality and style from bygone eras. Unwind in natural light beaming throughout the home. Open flow creates a smooth transition with its natural surroundings and generates spaces for relaxation and entertaining. Lounge in the Great room that boasts soaring ceilings with wood-burning fireplace that leads to a spacious floating second floor original office, brunch in Mr. Paar's sunroom called the "Desert Room", have a refreshment in the bar and game room, then retreat to the 5 bedrooms with 5 full baths that are all first floor suites. Additional separate private space for guests and or live-ins. Gym and flex space round out this magical opportunity.
Schools
- Elementary
- Per Board of Ed
- Middle
- Saxe Middle
- High
- New Canaan
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Closed price | $2,050,000 | |
| Original list price | $2,000,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Estimate: $2,050,000 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 50% rebate = $25,625. Actual savings depend on the final purchase price and commission Cress receives. The assumed commission is not a representation of this listing's offered or actual compensation. This is a hypothetical estimate, not a rebate paid on this sale.
Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Holly Giordano
SmartMLS · Listing #170601530 · Closed
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