$3,595,000

259 North Main Street, Stonington, CT 06378

  • 7 beds |
  • 7 baths |
  • 7,060 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1857
  • Property Lot Size Icon3.19acre lot
  • Property Parking Icon 2 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $509/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 9 days ago

Property Description

Cove Lawn - Historic Italianate Estate with Water Views & Guest House. Walk to Stonington Borough. Experience the charm of village living just moments from Historic Stonington Borough at Cove Lawn, a magnificent c.1860 Italianate estate steeped in local history and timeless elegance. Ideally located just a short stroll to the Borough's deep-water marinas, boutique shopping, seaside cafes, and fine restaurants, this extraordinary property offers the rare combination of estate privacy with walkable coastal village convenience. Set on 3.19 beautifully landscaped acres, the property features a stately 7-Bedroom, 5-Full and 2-Half Bath main residence, an attached au pair apartment, a sparkling inground pool, a charming 2-Bedroom, 1 1/2-Bath guest house, and an impressive three-bay garage/barn of approximately 2,000 sq. ft. The elegant 7,060 sq. ft. main residence has been carefully restored and thoughtfully modernized while preserving its historic architectural character. Inside, graceful 10+ foot ceilings, original hardwood floors, numerous marble fireplaces and exquisite period moldings create a sense of grandeur throughout. Many rooms capture lovely water views, bringing the beauty of the nearby harbor into everyday living. The 1,098 sq. ft. 2 Bedroom guest house provides ideal accommodations for extended family, guests, or caretakers, while the expansive grounds offer privacy and serenity rarely found so close to the village center.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
March 19, 2026
Data Last Updated:
March 28, 2026 at 8:50PM
Listing Office:
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l : (860) 536-5900
Listing Agent:
Judith Caracausa : (860) 912-9903
MLS ID:
24147408
  • General: Cable - AvailableSecurity System
  • Rooms: FoyerLaundry RoomMusic Room
  • Appliances: Gas CooktopWall OvenMicrowaveRange HoodRefrigeratorDishwasherWasherDryerWine Chiller
  • Laundry: Upper Level
  • Basement: FullConcrete Floor
  • A/C: Attic Fan
  • Heating: RadiatorSteamZonedOil
  • Fireplace: Fireplaces: 11
  • General: Porch-Wrap AroundPorch-ScreenedPorch-EnclosedShedPorchBarnGuttersGuest HouseStone WallPatio
  • Style: Victorian
  • Pool: GuniteSafety FenceIn Ground Pool
  • Parking: Parking spaces: 7
  • Roofing: GableMetal
  • County: New London
  • Driveway: PrivatePavedAsphalt
  • Zoning: RR-802077651
  • Restrictions: Easements
  • Water: Private Well
  • Sewer: SepticCesspool

This listing courtesy of Judith Caracausa , William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

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Location

Schools Nearby

D

Dean's Mill Elementary School

35 Deans Mill Rd, Stonington, CT, 06378

Grades KG-5

1.71 miles away

S

Stonington Middle School

204 Mistuxet Ave, Mystic, CT, 06355

Grades 6-8

2.33 miles away

S

Stonington High School

176 S Broad St, Pawcatuck, CT, 06379

Grades 9-12

2.77 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.