The magnificent country manor is offered by Christie’s International Real Estate exclusive Affiliate Neumann Real Estate
Redding, Connecticut—A rare opportunity to own 300 acres of unspoiled beauty within commuter distance to New York City, Deer Run is a tranquil natural habitat embodying countryside living at its finest. This magnificent, one-of-a-kind property has been listed by Neumann Real Estate, an exclusive Affiliate of Christie’s International Real Estate.
Arriving at Deer Run’s main gate, one instantly recognizes the rare opportunity to appreciate 300 contiguous, and privately owned unspoiled acres. A long private driveway, flanked by open fields surrounded by fieldstone walls, reveals a majestic pastoral scene imbued with streams and lakes, mature trees, flowering fields, and bountiful wildlife.
Gracing the property is a beautiful stone-and-shingle manor house influenced by the grand summer homes of Newport, Rhode Island. Portraying the quintessential Shingle-style characteristics are high gables, tall brick chimneys, towers, projecting bays, and covered porches crowned with a cedar-shingle roof. Designed by California Architectural Group Peter De Bretterville and Stephen Polyzoides, the spectacular 16,000-square-foot, three-level residence was built to incorporate the many interests of the owners. The design is deliberately relaxed, suggesting an informal style of living with a remarkable use of volume and space. Found throughout the six-bedroom home are striking interiors adorned with soaring wood ceilings, seven log fireplaces, natural finishes, and abundant windows—infusing each room with sunlight and the breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.
Introducing the home’s main level is a dramatic entrance hall replete with rich wood moldings, a slate fireplace, and a monumental curved staircase. The formal living room is an entertainer’s paradise, with a soaring beamed wood ceiling, maple and walnut wainscoting, and floor-to-ceiling Connecticut Fieldstone Fireplace, and three sets of French Doors opening to a patio. Further along is a library, also with a fireplace, walls of built-in bookcases, and a coffered ceiling featuring a bowed tower wall with floor-to-ceiling windows. The innumerable appointments continue with a formal dining room with French doors that open onto a columned porch, a sunroom, family room, butler’s pantry, and a wonderful kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances and a breakfast area. Throughout the main level are light-filled hallways that are perfect for gallery space, while an expansive covered porch extends across the back of the house.
On the second floor, five bedrooms and three baths open onto a long hall lined with built-in cabinets and windows that showcase commanding views of the grounds. The immense master suite is a haven of tranquility comprising four carefully crafted rooms. Among the delights, are a study with a fireplace; an enclosed summer porch; a dressing room and walk in closet; and an impressive bath with Jacuzzi tub, steam shower, and 180-degree wraparound windows. A one-bedroom guest apartment, sited above an oversized four-car garage, serves additional accommodations and is ideal as a caretaker’s wing or a studio.
Deer Run is a sportsman’s paradise affording a wealth of recreational pursuits both inside the home and throughout the estate’s tremendous acreage. The indoor amenities include a gymnasium with a half basketball court, exercise area with a ballet bar and mirrored wall, and a sauna. A sensational heated indoor pool is adorned with vaulted ceiling, walls of windows, and is served by changing rooms, a full bath, and kitchen; while the lower level features a billiards room and playroom, and is large enough to house a wine cellar.
The bucolic grounds host a stunning array of recreational options including a heated outdoor pool, tennis court, an enormous lake with a boathouse and dock, a pond, and an apple orchard. The property imparts boundless opportunities for hunting, fishing, and bird watching; while miles of riding trails, beginning at the lovely barn, are equally suitable for hiking and winter sports, such as cross-country skiing. Deer Run enjoys a convenient location in the charming small town of Redding, which is within easy commuting distance to New York City.
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