A stunning five bedroom, five bathroom Connecticut mansion set on more than 16 acres of land, with room for 12 horses, has hit the market for the first time at a price of $35million.
The gorgeous estate at 38, 48 and 58 Quaker Lane in Greenwich’s prestigious backcountry offers a world of elegance and luxury having been recently renovated.
This property is a rare opportunity for those who seek both privacy and grandeur.
Its former owner, Andrew Kissel, a real estate developer was murdered in 2006 at another home in the area.
A stunning five bedroom, five bathroom Connecticut mansion set on more than 16 acres of land, with room for 12 horses, has hit the market for the first time at a price of $35million
The gorgeous estate has been newly renovated
Kissel was found stabbed to death in the basement of his rented backcountry home having been stabbed in the neck and back.
Following his murder, authorities found Kissel had been engaged in a massive financial fraud.
He was killed by the cousin of his chauffeur who was concerned investigators would eventually uncover his involvement in a money laundering scheme orchestrated by Kissel.
The French country-style estate features lavish spaces with a large lounge and bar area, perfect for entertaining.
The new buyer will be able to enjoy a unique blend of history, sophistication, and modern-day luxury.
The home was previously owned by Andrew Kissel who was found stabbed to death in the basement of his rented backcountry home having been stabbed in the neck and back
There are custom-designed copper La Cornue stoves in the kitchen
There’s room for 12 around this opulent and luxurious dining room
A bar area with in-built wine fridges a great spot for an aperitif of after-dinner drink
A living room comes complete with massive stone fireplace
The stone walls exude a type of lodge feel about the place
There’s plenty of time for entertainment with a purple pool table in the games room
A large formal dining room, living room, games room together complete with quirky purple pool table, with a bar and a library make up the bulk of the first floor.
The majority of the rooms open out onto the wraparound deck through numerous sets of French doors, ideal for outdoor soirées.
Upstairs on the second floor sit the five bedrooms including the master complete with marble fireplace, marble shower wall and a backlit vanity wall.
Three other ensuite bedrooms, all beautifully furnished, are on the second floor.
A fabulous wooden ceiling rises high in the bedroom
Wrap around wooden window frames allow for plenty of natural light to flow into the room
A backlit white quartz vanity can be seen with his and hers sinks in one of the batrooms
A marble floor allows those using the shower to simply stand and let the water splash all over
One of the smaller bedrooms has a clean feel about it with bright white walls
Children can dream of the great outdoors with this safari Jeep bed
One level up, the fifth bedroom and spa-like bathroom on the third floor also comes complete with a stone fireplace.
Outdoors, equestrian lovers will be enchanted by the state-of-the-art facilities, including stables for 12 horses and a dressage arena and a viewing area, all set on the 16 acre estate.
The stables can accommodate 12 horses. There are multiple paddocks to run the horses
The horses will also be living in the lap of luxury at this Connecticut estate
A laser-leveled dressage arena with a viewing area takes up some of the 16 acre grounds
The home also comes complete with an infinity pool and guest house
The estate appears to be its own resort with this inviting infinity pool
The home is located in Greenwich’s prestigious backcountry
The current owner has a streak of eccentricity about them with a peacock enclosure also sitting on the property.
Other amenities at the home see a sparkling infinity pool, vegetable garden, fruit orchards and vineyards with enough grapes perfect for bottling merlot and cabernet, further enhancing the property’s allure.
