This article has been prepared with materials provided by the homeowner.
Originally designed as one of a handful of weekend homes in a neighborhood for prestigious Manhattanites, this exceptional house at 83 West Meadow Rd. formerly belonged to “Mr. Playbill,” creator of the Broadway Playbill.
With an eye to renovating the property that would encompass the style, quality, and architecture of the distinctive home, the present owners enlisted the help of prominent designers and specialists. The resulting residence and adjoining guest quarters integrate beautiful interior spaces with luxurious modern comforts. It’s currently on the market for $1,335,000.
Located in one of Wilton’ s most coveted locations on the Westport border, the property is a South Wilton commuter delight, less than five minutes to the Merritt Parkway and Route 7 Connector, with easy access to multiple Metro North train stations. The lush, level 1.46 acre grounds offer the utmost in privacy, while the neighborhood provides unlimited opportunities for socializing.
The foyer opens to a sophisticated great room with grand fireplace and gracious original ceiling beams. Two sets of french doors open to a dramatic light-filled glass conservatory with a glass roof lantern, which overlooks the expansive lawn.
A sublime designer kitchen, equipped with all the modern amenities and top-of-the-line appliances, and equally outfitted handsome butler’s pantry lead to a chic dining room, providing casual and elegant entertaining options.
Upstairs, generous bedrooms await in addition to a tastefully designed master suite, which pampers with a built-in espresso station, refrigerator and freezer drawers, steam shower, and more.
The inviting private guest cottage above the two-car garage features a stylish, modern kitchen, living room, bedroom and bath. Ideal for visitors, in-laws, au pairs or for use as a studio, this exceptional space offers limitless possibilities.
The residence displays the quality craftsmanship of a bygone era with long-plank oak hardwood flooring, plaster walls, solid wood doors with period molding, antique radiators, and wrought iron casement windows with 7-in. deep sills.
Renovated meticulously over the past ten years, the home’s character has been tastefully and seamlessly blended with all of today’s technology and conveniences. Buyers will immediately enjoy all the benefits of more than $450,000 in improvements.
The property’s improvements include: a new slate roof, copper gutters, conservatory, kitchen and butler’s pantry, bathrooms, heating system and A/C, water filtration and well, trees and lawn, and 6-bedroom septic system. All tile floors throughout the home welcome you with radiant heat.
This house is “for sale by owner.” For more information visit the property’s website.