1191 Ridge Road

A rare opportunity to own a distinguished 1932 Douglas Orr-designed home combining architectural pedigree, historic elegance, privacy, and an exceptional location. Originally built for the president of SNET, the nation's earliest telephone company, this distinguished home is rich in architectural character, sophistication, and gracious living spaces. Set well back from the street on a beautiful 1+ acre park-like setting, the elegant whitewashed brick exterior is complemented by an expansive front lawn and mature surroundings. A dramatic entry foyer welcomes you with a sweeping curved staircase wrapping around a striking double-height window. The main level features a sophisticated sunken Living Room, an elegant Formal Dining Room with a bay window, and a spacious eat-in Kitchen with direct access to the stone patio-ideal for indoor and outdoor entertaining. Additional main-level spaces include a private wood-paneled Office / Library and a Sunroom/Family Room filled with natural light. Upstairs, generous circular landing opens to the well-proportioned Primary Bedroom that offers an en-suite bath and walk-in closet. There are 3 additional bedrooms and a full bath. A separate wing, also accessible by the secondary (kitchen) staircase, with an additional large Bedroom and Bath provides an ideal private space for an au pair, in-laws, or guests. The third floor has a loft like space with ample closet / storage spaces and additional bedroom. The large unfinished basement, complete with a stone fireplace, offers tremendous potential and awaits your imagination (originally built as an entertainment space / cigar room also accessible by a curved staircase directly from the main foyer). An attached two-car garage completes the home. Enjoy the privacy and beauty of this remarkable setting while being just approximately 15 minutes from Yale and offering easy access to shopping, dining, and major conveniences.