2 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 06371

$2,395,000 Asking Price

9 beds
9 baths
9,029  sqft
Built in 1895

Welcome to “Ludington House” – a Landmark historical home located on the bend of Lyme Street and in the heart of the Old Lyme Historic District. This stately colonial revival mansion’s most notable resident was Katherine Ludington, an American suffragist. Rich with history, this significant property built circa 1895 offers grand spaces, high ceilings, 8 fireplaces, intricate moldings, and retains the charm of renowned Architect Henry R. Marshall. The grand foyer welcomes you with a beautiful staircase, an arched ‘hide way’ alcove and French doors leading to blue stone terraces and gardens. The elegant dining room with an accent dark ceiling and crystal sconces add to the beauty of this grand lady. The large sunny kitchen and butler’s pantry is the heart of this home. The graceful main level opens up through French doors to wraparound porches and exterior access to a garden suite. As you climb the sweeping staircase to the second floor, you will find a generous landing leading to the private bedroom en-suites. The Primary space, behind the double doors, features a morning room, sitting area, kitchenette, his and her bathrooms and 2 bedrooms. Down the hall are the additional 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The 3rd floor apartment has 3 suite style bedrooms, kitchenette, living spaces and beautiful large windows. This incredible estate's grounds features expansive patios, terraces, manicured gardens, 4 bay garage/barn and is strolling distance to the charming Lyme Street Village.


Features & Amenities

Interior

Rooms:
Foyer,Gym,Sitting Room,Wine Cellar
Appliances:
Gas Range,Wall Oven,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Dishwasher,Washer,Electric Dryer,Wine Chiller
Laundry:
Main Level
Basement:
Full With Hatchway
A/C:
Central Air,Wall Unit
Heating:
Hot Air,Steam,Zoned, Electric,Oil
Fireplace:
Fireplaces: 5

Exterior

General:
Barn,Covered Deck,Deck,French Doors,Garden Area,Patio,Porch-Wrap Around,Terrace,Underground Sprinkler
Style:
Colonial

Construction

Roofing:
Asphalt Shingle

Location

HOA Amenities:
None
County:
New London

Lot

Driveway:
Circular,Crushed Stone
Zoning:
RU 40, 1553278
Restrictions:
Regulated Historic District

Utilities

Water:
Shared Well
Sewer:
Septic

This listing courtesy of:
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Bethany Cote

About Old Lyme, CT

Housing

Number of Units
5,416
Median Home Value
$443,810
Median Rent
$1,121

18.30% of housing units are renter occupied.

26.72% are vacant.

Commute

Car
45.77%
Public Transportation
1.20%
Walk to Work
0.69%
Work from Home
51.77%
Other
0.49%

The median travel time to work is 13 minutes.

People

Population
9,289
Median Age
51.50
Median Household Size
2.65

Education

High School
18.18%
Associate’s Degree
6.62%
Bachelor’s Degree
26.50%
Graduate Degree
26.85%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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