Wow! House: 18th Century Charm On Gorham's Pond In Darien

DARIEN, CT -- Located on Swifts Lane in Darien, this waterfront home was built in 1719 and has been restored and modernized by the current owner/builder, according to the listing on realtor.com.

The home features six bedrooms and eight bathrooms, and offers 500 feet of water frontage along Gorham's Pond. It is on the market for $4,695,000 and is presented by Robert Marchesi with Houlihan Lawrence.

• Address: 40 Swifts Ln, Darien, Connecticut
• Price: $4,695,000
• Square Feet: 5242
• Bedrooms: 6
• Bathrooms: 6 Full and 2 Half Baths
• Built: 1719
• Features: For connoisseurs of fine, waterfront homes; where 18th century charm meets 21st century technology, this 1719 colonial has been meticulously restored and modernized by its current owner/builder. From your own private sanctuary, with over 500 ft. of water frontage & gorgeous views of Gorham's Pond and the iconic Ring's End Bridge, you'll delight in watching the abundant natural wildlife. The homes rich heritage is evident in its chestnut floors and cabinets, centuries-old overhead beams, original hardware and countless details. This “smart” home with all newer mechanicals has been shored up from its stone foundation right up to the new cedar roof. A world away yet only minutes to all Darien has to offer, come see a truly unique home where the best of the old meets the best of the new.

This listing originally appeared on realtor.com. For more information and photos, click here.