$8,650,000

$8,750,000 1.1%

Est. payment - /mo

5 Beds

8 Baths

13,124 SqFt

Sold on 12/15/2025

561 Smith Ridge Road New Canaan, CT 06840

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Criterion Real Estate LLC

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Key Details

Sold Price $8,650,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 13,124 sqft

Price per Sqft $659

MLS Listing ID 24125629

Sold Date 12/15/25

Style Colonial

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 5

Half Baths 3

Year Built 1905

Annual Tax Amount $81,260

Lot Size 4.000 Acres

Property Description

Set on one of New Canaan's highest elevations, this iconic country estate offers a rare combination of architectural distinction, modern functionality, and understated luxury. Exquisitely restored by renowned architects Wadia Associates, the 14-room manor balances timeless design with contemporary ease. A grand reception hall introduces a sequence of formal rooms with soaring ceilings, curved glass windows, lacquered finishes, and classic French doors that open seamlessly to the outdoors. At the heart of the home, the Smallbone of Devizes kitchen with walls of Calacatta marble and top-tier appliances flows seamlessly into a light-filled family room overlooking four stunning sculpted acres. The primary wing, is a private retreat of more than 1,100 square feet, featuring a spa-style bath and expansive dressing room. Four additional en-suite bedrooms graciously complete the second floor with an additional spacious & sunny room/office on the third floor. Thoughtfully equipped as a smart home, the property places technology and convenience at your fingertips. Outside, landscaped grounds unfold with an expansive terrace, covered porch, heated pool, and cabana-an environment designed equally for quiet weekends or refined entertaining. Every detail reflects a commitment to craftsmanship and lifestyle, creating a residence that is both stately and livable. This is New Canaan at its most elevated-a rare opportunity to own a property where design, privacy, and comfort converge.

Location

State CT

County Fairfield

Zoning 4AC

Rooms

Basement Full, Storage, Partially Finished, Walk-out

Interior

Interior Features Audio System, Sauna, Security System

Heating Hot Air, Zoned

Cooling Central Air

Fireplaces Number 7

Exterior

Parking Features Attached Garage

Garage Spaces 3.0

Pool Heated, Spa, In Ground Pool

Waterfront Description Not Applicable

Roof Type Wood Shingle

Building

Lot Description Fence - Full, Dry, Golf Course View, Cleared, Professionally Landscaped

Foundation Concrete

Sewer Septic

Water Private Well

Schools

Elementary Schools East

Middle Schools Saxe Middle

High Schools New Canaan

Listed by Taylor Tait • Houlihan Lawrence
Bought with Christine Saxe • Compass Connecticut, LLC