148 Taunton Hill Road
Newtown, Connecticut 06470
- Beds
- 6
- Baths
- 5 | 4
- SqFt
- 6,321
- Acres
- 8.13
- Year Built
- 1900
- Neighborhood
- Taunton
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
Hermitswood is a gracious French Norman-style country estate set on eight spectacular acres, features a natural swimming pool, extensive gardens, and two-bedroom guest suite. Originally renovated by renowned architect Theo Muller, the home has been reimagined by Charles Hilton Architects, transforming it into an exceptional country retreat offering 6,321 square feet of elegant living space. The award-winning landscape design is spectacular, with beautifully curated gardens, patios, terraces, a lily pond, and two sweeping grass stairways leading to the breathtaking 30' x 95' chemical-free swimming pool. The interior is highlighted by the award-winning chef's kitchen, featuring a 48" Sub-Zero, a Lacanche range with custom hood and limestone backsplash, Waterstone fixtures, and two impressive 11' islands topped with Calacatta marble. Exceptional craftsmanship is evident throughout, including custom millwork and moldings, hardwood floors with brass inlays, a 17th-century French fireplace, antique French stone flooring, and coffered ceilings. Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, a spacious new terrace just off the kitchen provides the perfect setting for dining and entertaining. An upper-level deck, and an additional main-level deck, offers peaceful spaces to relax and enjoy the surrounding landscape. Rarely does a property combine architectural pedigree, extraordinary craftsmanship, and such breathtaking natural beauty. Hermitswood is truly a one-of-a-kind country estate.
Key Facts
- City/Town
- Newtown
- Neighborhood
- Taunton
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Antique,European
- Year Built
- 1900
- Days on Market
- 0 days
- Beds
- 6
- Baths
- 5 full · 4 half
- Living Area
- 6,321 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 8.13 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 4 garage
- Property Taxes
- $27,589 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The Newtown Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
60
47 under contract
Median List Price
$827,000
60 active listings
Median Closed Price
$679,301
314 sales
Median Days on Market
50
60 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$296
60 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%
314 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$3.50M
vs $827,000 median
4.2× the median
Price / Sq Ft
$553
vs $296 median
86.8% above median
Days on Market
0 days
vs 50 days median
50 days fresher than median
Based on 60 active and 314 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Newtown. Source: SmartMLS · As of August 13, 2026.
Location
148 Taunton Hill Road, Newtown, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Aug 6, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$18,023
- Property Taxes$2,299
- Insurance$1,165
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- Newtown
- Neighborhood
- Taunton
- County
- Fairfield
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Antique,European
- Year Built
- 1900
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 6,321 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Per Board of Ed
- High
- Newtown
Interior
- Heating
- Hot AirRadiantSteamZoned
- Heat Fuel
- Propane
- Cooling
- Central AirWall UnitZoned
- Fireplaces
- 7
- Laundry
- Lower LevelMain Level
- Appliances
- Gas CooktopOven/RangeMicrowaveRange HoodSubzeroDishwasherWasherDryer
- Basement
- PartialUnfinishedStorageInterior AccessWalk-outConcrete Floor
- In-Law Apartment
- PossibleFirst Floor
- Interior Features
- Auto Garage Door OpenerCable - AvailableSecurity System
- Additional Rooms
- FoyerLaundry Room
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 8.13 acres
- Zoning
- R-2
- Garage / Parking
- 4 garage spacesAttached Garage
- Waterfront
- Direct waterfront
- Waterfront Details
- Brook
- Water Source
- Private Well
- Sewer
- Septic
- Pool
- GuniteIn Ground Pool
- Construction
- StoneStucco
- Color
- Bone
- Roof
- Wood Shingle
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Exterior Features
- BalconyUnderground UtilitiesFruit TreesGarden AreaLightingStone WallFrench DoorsPatio
- Lot Description
- Some WetlandsLightly WoodedLevel LotProfessionally LandscapedRollingOpen Lot
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $27,589 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 0
- MLS #
- 24196787
- MLS Status
- Coming Soon
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Co-Listed By
Claudine McHugh
Klemm Real Estate Inc
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