6-&1 Brinsmade Lane
Sherman, Connecticut 06784
Reduced from $1,699,000
- Beds
- 6
- Baths
- 5
- SqFt
- 5,500
- Acres
- 10.00
- Year Built
- 1945
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
Escape the city to this exceptional estate offering the best of country and Lake living. This historic, private estate in Sherman, CT, is just 90 minutes from NYC and moments from Candlewood Lake with beach and boat rights. Originally the historic Brinsmade Dairy Farm, this property blends timeless New England charm with modern comfort. Set on two lots with three buildings-the Main House, Carriage House, and Pool House-it offers approximately 5,500 sq ft, 6 bedrooms, and 5 full baths, ideal for multi-generational living, weekend escapes, guests, or entertaining. The Main House features soaring cathedral ceilings, exposed beams, wide-plank floors, a vaulted kitchen, and picture windows overlooking rolling lawns, mature trees, and countryside views. Life here is all about the outdoors. Spend memorable days swimming in the sparkling pool, playing tennis, nature spotting by the pond, gathering for outdoor dining, or relaxing beneath the stars. Just minutes away, enjoy boating, kayaking, paddleboarding on Candlewood Lake. The Pool House creates the perfect guest retreat, while the Carriage House offers a fireplace, semi-open kitchen and living area, one bedroom, and a full bath. Six garages provide ample space for vehicles, boats, recreational equipment, or hobbies. A rare opportunity to own a private estate that combines recreation, history, and natural beauty with low Sherman taxes. Experience the space, privacy, and lifestyle that make this property truly unique.
Key Facts
- City/Town
- Sherman
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Barn
- Year Built
- 1945
- Days on Market
- 148 days
- Beds
- 6
- Baths
- 5 full
- Living Area
- 5,500 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 10.00 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 6 garage
- Property Taxes
- $8,330 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The Sherman Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
33
5 under contract
Median List Price
$1.10M
33 active listings
Median Closed Price
$775,000
45 sales
Median Days on Market
89
33 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$341
33 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.8%
45 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$1.40M
vs $1.10M median
27.3% above median
Price / Sq Ft
$254
vs $341 median
25.5% below median
Days on Market
148 days
vs 89 days median
59 days longer than median
Based on 33 active and 45 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Sherman. Source: SmartMLS · As of October 10, 2026.
Location
6-&1 Brinsmade Lane, Sherman, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Oct 8, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$7,749
- Property Taxes$694
- Insurance$466
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- Sherman
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- County
- Fairfield
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Barn
- Year Built
- 1945
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 5,500 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Sherman
- High
- Per Board of Ed
Interior
- Heating
- Hot Air
- Heat Fuel
- OilPropane
- Cooling
- Ceiling FansCentral Air
- Fireplaces
- 3
- Laundry
- Lower Level
- Appliances
- Cook TopElectric RangeMicrowaveRefrigeratorSubzeroDishwasherWasherDryer
- Basement
- FullHeatedGarage AccessInterior AccessPartially FinishedConcrete FloorFull With Walk-Out
- In-Law Apartment
- YesDetached
- Interior Features
- Auto Garage Door OpenerCable - Available
- Additional Rooms
- Bonus RoomWorkshop
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 10.00 acres
- Zoning
- residential
- Garage / Parking
- 6 garage spacesUnder House Garage
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Private Well
- Sewer
- Septic
- Pool
- HeatedPool HouseVinylIn Ground Pool
- Construction
- Wood
- Color
- blue/grey
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- ConcreteStone
- Exterior Features
- Tennis CourtGarden AreaLightingGuest HousePatio
- Lot Description
- Some WetlandsLightly WoodedLevel LotRollingWater View
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $8,330 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 148
- MLS #
- 24174761
- MLS Status
- Active
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