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#24061680, Lisa Golebiewski, Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty
#24087090·
Listing office: William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l·
Listing agent: Jodi Strycharz·
Listing office phone: (860) 767-7488
$3,395,000 List price
117 Elys Ferry Rd Lyme, CT 06371
5 beds
5 full, 1 partial
4,956 sqft
8.9 acres
$685 / sqft
House
Property details
About 117 Elys Ferry Rd
Available for only the third time in 100 years this much-admired country Estate c.1750 on one of the most beautiful roads in Lyme, CT. Often photographed & featured in paintings, you will know this home & location is something special. Featuring a large historic main house, a beautiful guest house/pool house, gunite pool, tennis court, gardens, stone walls, all sited on 8.87 glorious acres. Plenty of room for family & friends, this is the ideal property to spend long lazy days dining on the stone terrace, soaking in the saltwater pool, playing tennis, & walking to the CT River. The perfect blend of the warm & inviting character of an antique home with all the modern systems & conveniences of today. The main house has 5 bedrooms ensuite, a light & bright kitchen, spacious open dining room, living room & library all showcasing fireplaces off the central chimney. At the back of the main house is a large family room with full bath which could also be the perfect spot for a 1st floor primary bedroom. The guest house/pool house is really something special! Artfully curated with a spacious entertaining space, stone fireplace, kitchen, full bath & opening to the pool, & stone terrace. The upper level is warm & inviting with a second stone fireplace, full bath, 2 sleeping nooks, & a 2 car garage complete the most incredible guest house. Ely Ferry Road is bordered on 3 sides by Lord Creek, the CT River and Hamburg Cove. Equal distance between NYC & Boston.
Highlights
Home typeOther
HeatingBaseboard, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size4,956 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size8.87 Acres
Year built1750
ParkingDetached Garage, Driveway
MLS #24087090
Garage2 spaces
WaterfrontWaterfront
Private poolYes
Summary
- MLS Number: 24087090
- Office Name: William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
- Office Phone: (860) 767-7488
- Office Email: jstrycharz@wpsir.com
- Listing Agent: Jodi Strycharz
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 20, 2007 | Home Sold | $2,400,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,333,000 | $19,329 |
| 2023 | $1,060,800 | $20,686 |
| 2022 | $1,060,800 | $21,163 |
| 2021 | $1,060,800 | $21,163 |
| 2020 | $1,060,800 | $21,163 |
| 2019 | $1,060,800 | $21,163 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Essex Elementary School
Public District PK-6
3.0 mi
•108 Main St
8
Lyme Consolidated School
Public District KG-5
3.3 mi
•478 Hamburg Rd
7
Deep River Elementary School
Public District KG-6
3.7 mi
•12 River St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $101,667. Residents of Lyme, CT typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Most families are married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
6%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
23%
100k-200k
27%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
37%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
38%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
10%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
25%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Dick's Sporting Goods
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Subaru
Oldsmobile
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
New Country
Oldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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About 117 Elys Ferry Rd
This home is located at 117 Elys Ferry Rd in Lyme, CT and zip code 06371. This 4,956 square foot home, which was built in 1750, sits on a 8.87 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $3,395,000.
While more than 0 listings in Lyme, CT in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 0 listings sold at asking price, and more than 1 were sold below. Between February and March 2025, Lyme, CT real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 8.3%.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.