$3,395,000
$1M PRICE DROP

53 -1 Selden Rd Lyme, CT 06371

Estimated payment $20,287/month

Total Views 29,452
5 Beds
6 Baths
4,734 Sq Ft
$717 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Detached Guest House
  • Barn
  • Greenhouse
  • Lyme Consolidated School Rated A-
  • Horse Property
  • Tennis Courts

About This Home

Selden Farm, a landmark 1690s property steeped in history and set in a picturesque corner of Lyme, is once again available for new stewardship. Upheld by only three families since 1695 when it sat on over 6,000 acres, it presents a rare opportunity to own a beautiful country Antique home now set on 9 pastoral acres abutting conservation land with sweeping views of Selden Cove and the CT. River. At its heart is a gracious and authentic 5-bedroom Colonial which exudes history, charm and character. House features include a tavern room, wide board floors, original paneling & moldings, 6 fireplaces and an abundance of windows which invite lovely views and light into each room. Adjacent to the home is a 3-bay garage with self-sufficient guest accommodation for visiting family and friends. Dotted throughout the property are a renovated barn used as a studio/office/ gym, several outbuildings, a greenhouse and sunny open meadow for animals or farming. Two privately situated guest houses (one needing renovation) are ideally suited for in-law, caretaker, or income purposes. Relax by the large saltwater pool with patio and full-service cabana or play tennis on the all-weather court. The land is open, tranquil, and beautifully sited, offering long views, privacy, and a deep sense of place. Rarely does a property combine this level of authenticity, acreage, outbuildings, and river-valley setting in Lyme. Ideal for buyers seeking history, creative space or a generational retreat.

Listing Agent

Joseph Rhodes

Coldwell Banker Realty Brokerage Phone: (860) 227-0921 License #REB.0750631 Listed on: 06/25/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listing Agent

Judy Schaaf

Coldwell Banker Realty Brokerage Phone: (860) 227-0921 License #RES.0606540

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,972

Year Built

  • Built in 1695

Lot Details

  • 9.05 Acre Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R120

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Antique Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Clap Board Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 4,734 Sq Ft Home
  • 6 Fireplaces
  • Workshop

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Finished Attic

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Partial Basement

Pool

  • Pool House
  • Cabana
  • In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Tennis Courts
  • Horse Property
  • Terrace
  • Greenhouse
  • Breezeway
  • Porch

Schools

  • Lyme Consolidated Elementary School
  • Lyme-Old Lyme High School

Utilities

  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil Above Ground
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Hot Water Circulator
  • Propane Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Detached Guest House
  • Property is near golf course
  • Barn

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,972

Year Built

Built in 1695

Lot Details

9.05 Acres

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Joshuatown
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Antique
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4734
  • Total Sq Ft: 4734
  • Year Built: 1695
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library
  • In Law Access: Detached
  • Remarks Public Addendum: To access historic information about the property, visit the Archives from the Library of Congress - Google the following: Colonel Samuel Selden Homestead, Selden's Neck, Hadlyme, New London County, CT
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Encumbrances Restrictions: Easements
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Joshuatown Road to Selden Road. House sits on right towards the end.
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Street Type: Road
  • Office Attribution Contact: (860) 434-8600
  • Reserve Prospect: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 6
  • Attic Description: Finished, Walk-up
  • Basement Description: Partial, Full, Unfinished
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Breezeway, Greenhouse, Workshop
  • Laundry Room Location: off Family Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Terrace, Tennis Court, Porch, Barn, Cabana, Garden Area, Guest House
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Masonry, Stone
  • Roof Information: Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water View Access
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Gunite, Pool House, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 3
  • Garage And Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Hot Water Description: Propane, Tank Size Unknown
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Lot Info

  • Acres: 9.05
  • Lot Description: Level Lot Water View Open Lot
  • Zoning: R120
  • Property Info: Horse Property
  • Parcel #: 999999999

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 22972

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Lyme Consolidated
  • High School: Lyme-Old Lyme

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Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/15/2026 04/15/26 Price Changed $3,395,000 0.0% $717 / Sq Ft
04/15/2026 04/15/26 For Sale $3,395,000 -5.7% $717 / Sq Ft
12/26/2025 12/26/25 Off Market $3,600,000 -- --
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Price Changed $3,600,000 -20.0% $760 / Sq Ft
06/25/2025 06/25/25 For Sale $4,500,000 -- $951 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24094694

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