Own A Piece Of Refined History In Ridgefield

RIDGEFIELD, CT — Formerly part of the Scripps Estate, the main residence boasts walls and ceilings of thick solid concrete construction.

Here's the original listing as it appeared on Realtor.com:

• Address: 26 Old South Salem Rd, Ridgefield, Connecticut
• Price: $1,799,000
• Square Feet: 5477
• Bedrooms: 4
• Bathrooms: 4 Full and 2 Half Baths
• Built: 1890
• Features: "Twin Willows", a fine Ridgefield residential property, is surrounded by tranquil, rolling lawns and gardens. The 300 ft driveway is flanked by stone walls and shade trees on either side and affords privacy. The generously appointed living room includes a Belgium brick floor-to-ceiling fireplace, 30 x 35 foot family room with vaulted ceiling rising 18 feet. The bright and sunny master bedroom suite, a privately situated wing, stretches the full width of the rear of the building, and includes a dressing room, built-ins and plentiful closets. In the northwestern corner of the building is a spacious, airy solarium, surrounded on three sides by windows and exits to the beautiful lawn and gardens in the rear of the house. Separate 1, 900 sq. ft. Guest house/office/studio behind pool with Great Room, bath, kitchenette, etc. Amidst the idyllic setting of lavish plantings, specimen trees and lush lawns sits a beautiful custom-designed, free form heated Sylvan pool. A wide apron of hand-selected stone surrounds the pool and makes an excellent area for outdoor entertainment. Twin Willows, designed by an internationally-known photographer and designer is a truly exceptional home and property with an absolutely prime location close to town and one hour commute to New York City. Tenants living here - DO NOT drive down driveway unless you have a scheduled appointment

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