6 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
Enjoy the best of country and lake living at this exceptional private estate in Sherman, CT, just 90 minutes from NYC and moments from Candlewood Lake with beach and boat rights. The pool is open and ready for summer fun! Originally the historic Brinsmade Dairy Farm, this remarkable 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 summer 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
- 76 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
28
4 under contract
Median List Price
$1.05M
28 active listings
Median Closed Price
$675,000
43 sales
Median Days on Market
63
28 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$340
28 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.5%
43 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$1.50M
vs $1.05M median
42.8% above median
Price / Sq Ft
$273
vs $340 median
19.7% below median
Days on Market
76 days
vs 63 days median
13 days longer than median
Based on 28 active and 43 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Sherman. Source: SmartMLS · As of July 30, 2026.
Location
6 Brinsmade Lane, Sherman, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Jul 23, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$7,643
- Property Taxes$694
- Insurance$500
- 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
- 76
- MLS #
- 24174761
- MLS Status
- Active
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