$8,950,000
$900K PRICE DROP

19 Seherr Thoss Dr Litchfield, CT 06759

Estimated payment $49,506/month

Total Views 16,858
7 Beds
8 Baths
13,056 Sq Ft
$686 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Center School Rated A-
  • 36.93 Acre Lot
  • Attic

About This Home

Butternut Brook House is a luxurious Litchfield County estate nestled in the heart of the Litchfield Hills, offering a rare combination of privacy, sophistication, and natural beauty. Set on over 36 acres of pristine Connecticut countryside, this stunning property features sweeping 360-degree views, a private pond, walking trails, and professionally landscaped grounds-all just five minutes from the center of town. The elegant main residence showcases 13,056 sq ft., which includes a recently finished lower level, seven bedrooms-all with fireplaces-and six and a half baths. Two guest homes create a luxurious estate and gathering place. Inside, you'll find character-filled living spaces including a spa, billiards room, library, and multiple entertaining areas ideal for both intimate gatherings and grand events. The second floor includes dual primary suites and four additional bedrooms, while the third floor features a bunk room and home theater. The finished lower level offers a recreation room, wine cellar, wet bar, two fireplaces, and a half bath. Outdoor amenities abound with a heated gunite pool, lit tennis court, and beautifully manicured lawns. The estate also includes a two-bedroom guest house, a one-bedroom caretaker's cottage, a five-bay garage, a tractor garage, and two greenhouses. This extraordinary estate offers a rare opportunity to own a premier Litchfield County retreat, ideal as a full-time residence or luxury weekend escape.

Listing Agent

Elyse Morris

Elyse Harney Real Estate Brokerage Phone: (860) 318-5126 License #REB.0789052 Listed on: 07/02/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Holly Leibrock

Elyse Harney Real Estate Brokerage Phone: (860) 318-5126 License #RES.0805130

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $30,802

Year Built

  • Built in 1939

Lot Details

  • 36.93 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Property is zoned RR

Parking

  • 5 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shake Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 14 Fireplaces
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Oil Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 819444

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$30,802

Year Built

Built in 1939

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 9200
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 3856
  • Total Sq Ft: 13056
  • Year Built: 1939
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Embrace peaceful living surrounded by nature, unmatched amenities, and timeless New England beauty. OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE. What's special: Elegant, trophy estate with Main Residence and two Guest Homes, protected views providing 360-degree open vistas, historic paneled rooms, tennis court with stadium lighting, heated gunite pool and spa, private pond, professionally landscaped grounds with manicured lawns and specimen trees, spacious guest house and carriage house, five-car heated garage.
  • Direct Waterfront: Yes
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Mike Road to Seherr Thoss, first driveway on the left. Do not use the entry of Seherr Thoss from Newcomb Road
  • Street Type: Drive
  • Office Attribution Contact: (860) 435-0120
  • Reserve Prospect: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Total Bathrooms: 8
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 14
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full, Fully Finished
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Shake
  • Waterfront Description: Pond
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 5
  • Garage And Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, 40 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Lot Info

  • Acres: 36.93
  • Lot Description: Some Wetlands Farm Land Professionally Landscaped Rolling
  • Zoning: RR
  • Parcel #: 819444

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 30802

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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 $30,802 $1,540,090 $104,280 $1,435,810
2024 $28,492 $1,540,090 $104,280 $1,435,810
2023 $28,272 $1,058,870 $90,450 $968,420
2022 $28,378 $1,058,870 $90,450 $968,420
2021 $29,225 $1,058,870 $90,450 $968,420
2020 $29,331 $1,058,870 $90,450 $968,420
2019 $29,860 $1,058,870 $90,450 $968,420
2018 $28,188 $1,017,620 $119,290 $898,330
2017 $28,086 $1,017,620 $119,290 $898,330
2016 $27,170 $1,017,620 $119,290 $898,330
2015 -- $1,017,620 $119,290 $898,330
2014 $25,644 $1,017,620 $119,290 $898,330
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/02/2025 09/02/25 Price Changed $8,950,000 -9.1% $686 / Sq Ft
07/02/2025 07/02/25 For Sale $9,850,000 -- $754 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,201,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $62,000 No Value Available
Closed $960,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24108671

SmartMLS

APN: LITC-000157-000052-000001