The Georgian colonial has an open floor plan, high-end finishes, four living levels and a backyard oasis.
“This is one of the most sought-after neighborhoods,” says Catherine McCahill, the listing agent for the home for sale in Farmington’s Devonwood neighborhood. “Devonwood is a very peaceful place.”
Built in 1986, this one-of-a-kind, 14-room home offers nearly 6,500 square feet of space and reflects the best in quality, comfort and lifestyle. Sitting on more than 1.5 acres, the five-bedroom, seven-bathroom home boasts five fireplaces, hardwood floors, French doors, two staircases, four pantries, 10-foot ceilings, elaborate millwork, arched doorways, ceiling medallions, outdoor views from every window and plenty of room to entertain, inside or outside.
“This is a very warm and comfortable home,” the agent says. “It is bright and airy.”
The well-secluded property is set back from the road and earns high marks for its landscaping and curb appeal. On the exterior is an impressive Juliet balcony with a balustrade tied together by a hip and valley roof system.
Take the brick and bluestone walkway and stairs to the front door with sidelights. A portico gives the home a stately entrance. The sun-filled grand foyer provides a peek into what lies ahead. Designed by renowned architect Jack Kemper, the home’s classic architecture strikes a balance between formality and comfort.
The living room with a fireplace is an inviting space. The formal dining room is the perfect room for a large-scale evening of entertainment. It is embellished with a fireplace, wainscoting and a chandelier.
Multiple sous chefs can work together in the updated gourmet kitchen which offers new appliances, double ovens, travertine flooring, cherry cabinetry (some that are open and others with glass fronts), a wine chiller, a tile backsplash, kitchen counter seating and a separate island with storage, seating, a sink and a butcher’s block. The breakfast room is adorned by a wet bar and window seating. There are a total of four pantries for prep and storage – three walk-ins and one butler’s space.
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The breakfast room opens to a warm and alluring family room, a relaxation hot spot, with a fireplace and four sets of French doors to the backyard’s private oasis. The study or library, tucked away in the back of the home, is embellished with a fireplace, built-in cherrywood shelving and cabinetry. It abuts a powder room.
The generous mudroom – a multi-functional space for a busy family – contains a washer and dryer, a sink, built-in cabinetry, a half bath and a spot to add a refrigerator.
The front staircase with a landing is adorned by spindles in a Chippendale pattern. You will fall in love with the primary suite, appointed with a fireplace, new hardwood floors, two walk-in closets and a luxurious spa-like bath with a soaking tub, a separate shower and two vanities.
The guest suite has a private bath, a vaulted ceiling and French doors. Two additional large bedrooms, which share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, both have walk-in closets and ceiling fans.
The finished lower level offers several rooms in its 400+ square feet and is the perfect space for entertaining, a home gym, a play room, an office or a studio. The area features a fireplace, built-in shelving and another full bathroom. Two additional rooms can be used for storage.
The home’s walk-up attic with a cedar closet could be finished for added space.
Located above the oversized three-car garage, an au pair suite presents a full bathroom, several closets and a private entrance.
The future owner will reap all the benefits from the outdoor living space this home has to offer. Relax in the privacy of your backyard sanctuary with lush landscaping, widespread garden paths, brick walls, endless perennials and a large patio.
“It’s always colorful and spectacular,” McCahill says of the perennials. “There is a lot of charm from the gardens.”
Recent improvements include enhancing exterior lights and fixtures, refreshing the landscaping, adding a circular driveway, painting the entire home and installing luxury vinyl in the lower level and hardwood floors in the primary suite. The three-car garage has its own separate driveway.
The home is fueled by oil and is cooled by central air conditioning. It is serviced by public water and sewer. Additional amenities include an irrigation system and a security system.
With nearly 400 single-family homes, Devonwood is a sought-after community to live in. It features miles of serene walking and biking trails and is within walking distance of the Winding Trails recreation area.
Devonwood borders Tunxis Country Club, a 45-hole public golf course. Close by, you will find plenty of shopping, dining, recreation and entertainment opportunities. Located at the neighborhood’s Town Farm Road entrance, the Farmington Polo Club hosts polo matches and events throughout the summer.
Residents of the neighborhood pay an annual $1,600 association fee for pristine maintenance of the development’s common-area grounds, gazebo, walkways and on-street snow removal.
The home is priced at $1,650,000. Private showings are underway. For property details, a floor plan layout, a photo gallery and drone views, visit https://11salisburyway.com.
“The neighborhood is a lovely, lovely place,” McCahill adds. “There is something for everybody. There are activities at the gazebo. There is a lot of communication among neighbors. It’s just a true neighborhood.”
Info:
11 Salisbury Way, Farmington
Built: 1986
Price: $1,650,000
Style: Georgian colonial
Rooms: 14 (incudes lower level)
Bedrooms: 5
Baths: 5 full, 2 half
Square footage: 6,000+
Acreage: 1.57
Mill rate: 25.45
Best feature: Tree-lined backyard is a sanctuary with beautiful gardens
Contact: Catherine McCahill, (860) 480-6760, [email protected]
Karen A. Avitabile is a freelance writer based in Plantsville.
