Love the mansard roof! And this is such a pretty house. Huge too at nine bedrooms. But I must admit that I am scared to look at the taxes. Will look and put in comments on Facebook. Built in 1852. Located on .39 acres in New London, Connecticut. Nine bedrooms, eleven bathrooms, and 6,969 square feet. $565,000
From the Zillow listing:
Granite street is a luxury Mansard Roof 3 story Italianate with Widows walk and balcony views to Fisher Island. Located in the Post Hill District. The main floor has a grand hall and foyer, multiple entrances and porches. The pool is off the side porch and was recently relined. There are 8 Full baths and 3 half baths, recently updated and supplied by the two new direct on demand hot water systems. The hardwood floors are engineered for easier care. For the past 6 years the owners have updated inside and out and have had many special occasions for friends and family at the house. For part of the year they have found it very enjoyable to host Air B and B and many wonderful reviews on line. The third floor has 4 bedrooms with 4 baths and a sitting room /den. The entrance to the Widows Walk with balcony is on the fourth floor with views of the city ,river and sound. A great place to relax and enjoy. The second floor has several beds with bathrooms and two bedrooms with a shared bath, the large landing is great for reading doing computer work or whatever you like. The first floor library is cozy and has a half bath. The formal dining room has access to the library and the kitchen , breakfast room, pantry and another half bath, This home is located close to downtown, easy commute by train, access off I-95 to the Coast Guard Academy and Connecticut College.
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