18 Birch Mill RoadKillingworth, CT 06419Price: $2,350,000

The Well Maiden Estate is an architecturally significant waterfront estate where cascading waterfalls, winding streams, and Kroopa Pond converge across 3.5 private acres to create one of Connecticut's most extraordinary residential settings. Positioned between New York City and Boston and minutes from the Connecticut shoreline, this private luxury retreat offers a rare opportunity to own a legacy estate equally suited for year-round living or a distinguished second-home escape. Originally a historic fishing shack, the restored wing blends seamlessly with a striking architectural residence designed to embrace its natural surroundings. Soaring vaulted and barreled wood ceilings, walls of glass, rich hardwood and slate floors & 2 grand living rooms anchored by magnificent fieldstone fireplaces create warm, sophisticated spaces w/ captivating water views throughout. The chef's kitchen is appointed with a professional Garland six-burner range, double ovens, flat-top grill, Sub-Zero refrigerator, farmhouse sink, pantry, and abundant cabinetry. 4 bedrooms provide flexible accommodations, a private upper-level primary suite featuring exposed beams, a waterfront balcony, dressing room, walk-in closet, clawfoot soaking tub & spa-inspired bath. Resort caliber amenities include a heated saltwater pool and spa, waterfall-fed gunite pool, rare private clay tennis court, bluestone terraces, Viking grilling station, outdoor shower overlooking the pond. Architecture & nature exist in harmony.