$2,895,000
SOLD OCT 8, 2025

18 Ferry Rd Old Lyme, CT 06371

6 Beds
6.5 Baths
6,305 Sq Ft
46,609 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$459 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

58 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • Steam Room
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Lyme Consolidated School Rated A-
  • Pool House
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of October 2025

In the heart of Old Lyme at 18 Ferry Road, where history whispers through the trees, there lies an enchanting 1890 home, a setting so magical it was chosen for the Hallmark movie 'Next Stop Christmas.' This storied estate, with its rich past and inviting presence, opens its doors to reveal a narrative of elegance and comfort. At the heart of this home is a large chef's kitchen, a culinary theatre where flavors are crafted and memories are seasoned to perfection. It's a space where family recipes and gourmet adventures come to life. Adding to the home's allure is a spectacular room where exposed beams rise above and a pool table stands at the ready, promising endless entertainment. The tale unfolds further in the primary en suite, a luxurious retreat within the retreat. Here, a large sitting area beckons with the soft crackle of its own fireplace, a cozy nook for nights of reflection or mornings of leisure. The adjoining large bathroom offers a sanctuary for rejuvenation, while the walk-in closet provides a haven for treasures. The private au pair suite offers a chapter of its own, a story of privacy and comfort for those who become part of the home's extended family. Outside, the narrative of this home continues with an in-ground pool, guest quarters, and a pool house. This Old Lyme home is a living story awaiting new authors to fill its pages with tales of joy, gatherings, and the creation of timeless memories. 2 hours from NYC and Boston!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tammy Tinnerello

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0801830 Listed on: 05/24/2025

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Joe Loguidice

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0817661

William Raveis Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $23,962

Year Built

  • Built in 1890

Lot Details

  • 1.07 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Property is zoned RU40

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Antique Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 6,305 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • 6 Fireplaces
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Workshop
  • Steam Room
  • Home Gym
  • Concrete Flooring

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Compactor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Unfinished Attic
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage
  • Private Driveway

Pool

  • Pool House
  • Cabana
  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Wrap Around Porch

Schools

  • Mile Creek Elementary School
  • Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School
  • Lyme-Old Lyme High School

Utilities

  • Split Air Conditioning
  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Additional Features

  • Guest House
  • Property is near golf course and shops

Community Details

  • Old Lyme Village Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1553301

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$23,962

Year Built

Built in 1890

Lot Details

1.07 Acres

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Antique
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 6305
  • Total Sq Ft: 6305
  • Year Built: 1890
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Golf Course, Library, Paddle Tennis, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • In Law Access: UPPER,GARAG
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Address is 18 Ferry Road Old Lyme, off of Lyme St.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: From Lyme St in Old Lyme, take a right onto Ferry Road, 18 is down a bit on the left hand side.
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 7
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 6
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Storage, Concrete Floor
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Convection Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Compactor, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Foyer, Steam/Sauna, Workshop
  • Laundry Room Location: 2nd laundry in pool house.
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Wrap Around, Balcony, Shed, Porch, Cabana, Guest House, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Gunite, Heated, Pool House, Spa, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 4
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 8
  • Garage And Parking: Detached Garage, Paved, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Split System
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiant, Zoned
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil, Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, Propane, Domestic, Tankless Hotwater
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator Ready

Lot Info

  • Acres: 1.07
  • Lot Description: Fence - Partial Treed Level Lot Professionally Landscaped Open Lot
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: RU40
  • Parcel #: 1553301

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 23962

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Mile Creek
  • Middle Jr High School: Lyme-Old Lyme
  • High School: Lyme-Old Lyme

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 2, 2001
Sold by
Dorman Lawrence B and Dorman Jan H
Bought by
Wiese David J and Wiese Virginia M
Current Estimated Value
$2,876,692

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 1993
Sold by
Cook Sheila S
Bought by
Dorman Lawrence B and Dorman Jan H

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 1990
Sold by
Magatagan Pat V
Bought by
Cook Douglas E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 3, 1987
Sold by
Applely John H
Bought by
Magatagan Pat V
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $878,000 --
Warranty Deed $860,000 --
Deed $800,000 --
Deed $425,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $148,453 No Value Available
Open $320,000 No Value Available
Closed $670,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/08/2025 10/08/25 Sold $2,895,000 -3.3% $459 / Sq Ft
07/21/2025 07/21/25 Pending -- -- --
05/24/2025 05/24/25 For Sale $2,995,000 -- $475 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $23,962 $1,476,400 $353,900 $1,122,500
2024 $20,069 $822,500 $292,300 $530,200
2023 $19,329 $822,500 $292,300 $530,200
2022 $19,329 $822,500 $292,300 $530,200
2021 $19,164 $822,500 $292,300 $530,200
2020 $19,082 $822,500 $292,300 $530,200
2019 $23,490 $1,048,200 $292,300 $755,900
2018 $22,966 $1,048,200 $292,300 $755,900
2017 $22,798 $1,048,200 $292,300 $755,900
2016 $22,222 $1,048,200 $292,300 $755,900
2015 $21,474 $1,041,400 $292,300 $749,100
2014 $19,947 $1,014,600 $268,000 $746,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24097208

SmartMLS

APN: OLYM-000055-000000-000069

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