Tranquil country retreat on 9+ acres
When Frank and Susan Vollrath purchased nearly 10 acres of land in lower Weston in 2008, they were drawn to the location and privacy, and with the land behind the home owned by the Aspetuck Land Trust, privacy was aplenty! “We will miss the privacy and tranquil setting,” said the Vollraths. “The home sits on a hilltop with tremendous views. The atmosphere is quite serene.”
With 9.57 acres, the property offers ample space to enjoy the outdoors as well as add a swimming pool, sports court, and even have the opportunity to subdivide the land for a separate structure, an additional parcel, or to create a family compound. The home cannot be seen from the road, but its majesty is revealed as one approaches up the driveway. Custom built in 2008, the home features five bedrooms, five fireplaces, and elegant moldings and finish work throughout its 7,244 square feet. Gracious archways from the foyer open into the formal living room which is finely appointed with a fireplace and raised panel trim. On the opposite side of the foyer, the formal dining room is also highlighted by a fireplace and handsome moldings along with a tray ceiling.
The house was constructed with ease of living in mind, offering two offices, one on the first floor with a private deck and one on the second floor with a fireplace. There is also an extra spacious, finished attic that can suit a variety of needs. Ease of entertaining was also paramount in the home’s design as there are two butler’s pantries located off of the kitchen featuring copper sinks and a second dishwasher for those special entertaining events. The kitchen and adjoining family room have been the source for many of the Vollrath’s cherished memories over the years. “We have fond memories of having family over for holidays, sitting around the kitchen island, and catching up on old times and being connected with those who are sitting mere feet away in the family room,” they commented. The kitchen is a delight featuring granite counters, gas range, SubZero refrigerator, pantry, dining area, and crisp, white cabinetry that contrasts beautifully with the black cabinetry housed in the island. Connecting to the kitchen is the family room with a warm, inviting fireplace and expansive French doors that open to the outdoor patio and fenced backyard gardens.
The second floor features a grand primary suite with elegant trim, a fireplace, sitting room with French doors to the deck, walk- in closet, and a luxurious bath. Four generously proportioned bedrooms are also on this level, two with private baths and two with a shared bath. The laundry room is also on the second floor and there is accommodation for a second laundry room on the first floor. The office on this level also features a fireplace. A custom- built staircase in the finished attic leads to a flat roof which the Vollraths say is wonderful for stargazing in the evening or just relaxing during the day.
“The separate office on the second floor is great for anyone who is working remotely, and the expansive attic could easily be another terrific office space,” says listing agent Michael Dinshaw.
“The many fireplaces and balconies are unique features that you don’t see very often,” Dinshaw added. “It is so nice to have fireplaces in the primary suite and office as well as balconies off the master suite and two other bedrooms.”
Address: 11 Tiffany Lane, Weston
Price: $ 1,899,000 Features: This finely appointed 7,244 square foot colonial sits atop 9.57 acres offering five bedrooms, five full baths plus a half bath, five fireplaces, two offices, plus a huge, finished attic that could also be an office space. Additional features include a formal living room and dining room with elegant moldings, eat in kitchen with granite counters, two butlers’ pantries, family room, and multiple decks and balconies.
Schools: Hurlbutt Elementary, Weston Middle School, Weston High School