6 Brinsmade Lane

Description

Escape the city and discover this wonderful estate in Sherman, CT, offered for the first time in 60 years. Currently a winter wonderland but resplendent in all four seasons. Set on approximately 10 scenic acres in the heart of charming Sherman, this exceptional country home combines timeless New England charm with modern living. Originally a working farm, the property was transformed into a residence in 1945. The estate includes three dwellings, perfect for extended family, guests, or multi-generational living-the Main House, Carriage House, and Pool House-offering approximately 5,200 sq ft with 6 bedrooms and 5 full baths. The Main House showcases cathedral ceilings, exposed beams, wide-plank floors, spacious kitchen with vaulted ceiling and expansive picture windows that fill the interior with natural light and stunning views. This home blends new with old and indoor/outdoor living, providing calm, scenic spaces to relax and recharge. Outdoor amenities include a sparkling pool, tennis court, tranquil pond, spacious lawns flanked by trees and six garage spaces-ideal for car collections, hobbies, or additional storage. This country retreat offers space, privacy, and timeless appeal-ideal for entertaining or quiet country living. Includes beach and boat rights on Candlewood Lake and only 90 minutes to New York City, this extraordinary property offers an unmatched blend of history, elegance, and comfort and tour is recommended to fully appreciate its provenance, and serenity The Main House, formerly the Brinsmade Dairy Farm, encompassing approximately 3,300 square feet, offers four spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms. At its heart is a vaulted, eat-in kitchen that invites gathering and connection. A stunning great room, added as part of a later expansion, features a cathedral ceiling and seamlessly flows into an upper-level recreation room-perfect for entertaining, family activities, or quiet relaxation. A private office provides a comfortable and dedicated workspace, while the expansive lower level includes a full basement, wine closet and workshop area, offering abundant storage and functionality for modern living. The Pool House, comprising just over 900 square feet, serves as a tranquil guest or in-law retreat. It features a one bedroom loft, one full bathroom, a convenient kitchenette, and vaulted ceilings accented by warm wood tones-creating a space that is both inviting and serene. The Carriage House, approximately 925 square feet, offers additional flexible living space with one bedroom, a full bathroom, and an open-concept living area anchored by a cozy fireplace. It is a perfect multi generational living space. For the car collector, the Pool House has two large garages and one smaller garage for a tractor or motorcycles. The Main House has one garage space, while the Carriage House contains space for 3 cars. A large circular driveway provides plenty of spaces for guests. Brinsmade Farm is on a dead end street, and yet very close to the center of Sherman where you'll find a quaint country store. The town beach, docks and tennis courts are less than a mile away. Sherman provides great access to roam North to Kent or South to shop and dine in New Milford. The tennis court could easily be resurfaced into multi-sports or pickleball courts. Both the Main House and Carriage House have oil heat and full A/C. Sherman's taxes are one of the lowest in the county. The taxes and the assessed value is only for the main home. To understand the lay out of each dwelling please ask for the floor plans as they are in the attached documents.