$1,225,500
SOLD SEP 19, 2025

87 Cathole Rd Bantam, CT 06750

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,740 Sq Ft
6.43 Acres

Recently Sold

$447 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Access
  • Guest House
  • 6.43 Acre Lot
  • Litchfield High School Rated 10
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of September 2025

Set on 6.43 scenic acres at the foot of Cathole Mountain, this quintessential New England Colonial is paired with a beautifully restored barn-style guest house. Both antique structures have been thoughtfully renovated with a significant investment in energy-efficient infrastructure, blending historic charm with modern performance. The main house-lovingly known as Thyme Haven Farmhouse-features spacious rooms with original maple flooring and abundant natural light throughout. An impressive chef's kitchen anchors the main level, complete with a breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, 6 burner gas range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and additional refrigerator drawers. A glass sliding door leads to the screened porch which offers views of the beautifully landscaped grounds, consisting of fruit trees and mature plantings. Adjacent to the kitchen is a bright dining room with a bay window and skylights, as well as a large mudroom/storage room. Two additional bay windows flank the spacious living room, which features a fireplace and two distinct seating areas-ideal for both entertaining and quiet evenings at home. A main-level bedroom with its own private powder room completes the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized guest bedrooms, each served by a fully remodeled hallway bathroom. The expansive primary suite offers a second beautifully renovated bathroom, a large walk-in closet, and a private balcony.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Matt McElhone

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0810554 Listed on: 08/24/2025

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Last Buyer's Agent

Steve Pener

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0778130

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,429

Year Built

  • Built in 1901

Lot Details

  • 6.43 Acre Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RR

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • Clap Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,740 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Gas Range
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Locks
  • Smart Thermostat

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Geothermal Heating and Cooling
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Heating system powered by active solar
  • Guest House
  • Property is near golf course and shops

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 821040

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,429

Year Built

Built in 1901

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Bantam
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2740
  • Total Sq Ft: 2740
  • Year Built: 1901
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Lake, Medical Facilities, Playground/Tot Lot, Private School(s), Shopping/Mall, Stables/Riding
  • Remarks Public Addendum: The stunning one-bedroom, one-bath loft-style guest house features soaring ceilings, oversized windows, and a new, professionally designed kitchenette. A 2 car garage and storage room sit below the living space. Recent improvements total nearly $400,000 and include exterior painting and new roofing on both structures, as well as window replacement and re-insulation of the main house. The energy-efficient upgrades consist of a geothermal HVAC system, 22 Tesla solar panels, 2 Tesla Powerwall batteries, a backup whole-house generator, and an EV charger. A comprehensive list of improvements is available upon request. Ideally located just minutes from local favorites such as Arethusa Farm's famous ice cream, Bantam Lake, Mt. Tom State Park, White Memorial Conservation Center, and a wide array of charming shops and award-winning restaurants. All this, just two hours from Manhattan and 40 minutes from Metro-North trains-making it a perfect country retreat with easy city access.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: Route 202 to Cathole Road, house is on the left, on the corner of Cathole and Donahue Rd. Do not drive down Donahue (private).
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Street Type: Road
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
  • Interior Amenities: Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Oven/Range, Subzero, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: No
  • Home Automation: Lock(s), Security System, Thermostat(s)

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Wrap Around, Porch-Screened, Porch, Garden Area, Guest House, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle Metal
  • Waterfront Description: Beach Rights
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Crushed Stone
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage And Parking: Barn, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Heat Pump, Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Geothermal
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Active Solar, Generator, Geothermal Heat, Programmable Thermostat, Ridge Vents

Lot Info

  • Acres: 6.43
  • Lot Description: Treed Dry Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: RR
  • Parcel #: 821040

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 9429

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 24, 2025
Closed on
Sep 19, 2025
Sold by
West Jody L
Bought by
Steven A Hyman T A and Steven Hyman
Seller's Agent
Matt McElhone
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Buyer's Agent
Steve Pener
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$1,175,000
Sold Price
$1,225,500
Premium/Discount to List
$50,500
4.3%
Views
23
Current Estimated Value
$1,204,560

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$20,940
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.58%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2023
Sold by
Sokol William D and West Jody L
Bought by
West Jody L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 2022
Sold by
Sokol William D
Bought by
West Jody L

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 25, 2020
Closed on
Oct 19, 2020
Sold by
Spear Joan and Spear William
Bought by
Sokol William and West Jody
Seller's Agent
Ileana Santore
Marrin Santore Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Rachel McKeon
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$649,000
Sold Price
$720,000
Premium/Discount to List
$71,000
10.94%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.36%
Original Mortgage
$504,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 20, 1986
Bought by
Spear William R and Spear Joan B
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,225,500 --
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $720,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $720,000 None Available
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $504,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $230,524 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/19/2025 09/19/25 Sold $1,225,500 +4.3% $447 / Sq Ft
09/08/2025 09/08/25 Pending -- -- --
08/24/2025 08/24/25 For Sale $1,175,000 +63.2% $429 / Sq Ft
10/21/2020 10/21/20 Sold $720,000 +10.9% $263 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/01/2020 09/01/20 Pending -- -- --
08/25/2020 08/25/20 For Sale $649,000 -- $237 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $9,429 $471,440 $76,300 $395,140
2024 $9,280 $501,640 $106,500 $395,140
2023 $9,071 $339,750 $96,030 $243,720
2022 $8,413 $313,930 $96,030 $217,900
2021 $9,258 $335,440 $96,030 $239,410
2020 $9,292 $335,440 $96,030 $239,410
2019 $9,459 $335,440 $96,030 $239,410
2018 $8,559 $308,980 $100,900 $208,080
2017 $8,528 $308,980 $100,900 $208,080
2016 $8,250 $308,980 $100,900 $208,080
2015 -- $308,980 $100,900 $208,080
2014 $7,786 $308,980 $100,900 $208,080
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24120717

SmartMLS

APN: LITC-000081-000083-000015