Clark House, a legacy property with extraordinary provenance, was re-imagined by design legends Delphine and Reed Krakoff, adding their imprimatur of spare modern elegance. Reminiscent of a French hunting lodge and built like a fortress from steel and concrete in 1937, the property was purchased as a country residence by copper heiress Huguette Clark, and remained unoccupied and untouched until a 2014 transformation. The volume of the rooms, soaring ceilings, proportion of the windows and quality of light create a sense of serenity and openness. Stately yet modern, this is a house that can be lived in with comfort and ease. Adjacent to the dining room gallery is a walled garden with a custom pavilion for entertaining. The 52 acres were transformed in collaboration with noted landscape architect Perry Guillot into a private park with a dramatic meandering approach, a great lawn, and woodland trails amongst streams and waterfalls. A 60 x 22 pool and tennis court were also added. At the discrete entrance to the property are twin cottages; a caretaker residence and a gym. Privacy and proximity to NYC and airports along with this caliber of property make this a world class offering and a rarity by any standards.
Clark House, a legacy property with extraordinary provenance, was re-imagined by design legends Delphine and Reed Krakoff, adding their imprimatur of spare modern elegance. Reminiscent of a French hunting lodge and built like a fortress from steel and concrete in 1937, the property was purchased as a country residence by copper heiress Huguette Clark, and remained unoccupied and untouched until a 2014 transformation. The volume of the rooms, soaring ceilings, proportion of the windows and quality of light create a sense of serenity and openness. Stately yet modern, this is a house that can be lived in with comfort and ease. Adjacent to the dining room gallery is a walled garden with a custom pavilion for entertaining. The 52 acres were transformed in collaboration with noted landscape architect Perry Guillot into a private park with a dramatic meandering approach, a great lawn, and woodland trails amongst streams and waterfalls. A 60 x 22 pool and tennis court were also added. At the discrete entrance to the property are twin cottages; a caretaker residence and a gym. Privacy and proximity to NYC and airports along with this caliber of property make this a world class offering and a rarity by any standards.
Property Details
Location Information+
County
Fairfield
Neighborhood
New Canaan
Directions
Merritt Pkwy to Exit 36, Left on Rt.106, Left on Weed Street, Left on Dans Highway
Interior Features+
Full Baths
10
1/2 Baths
4
Has Dining Room
Yes
Dining Room Description
9 ft+ Ceilings, Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
Living Room Description
9 ft+ Ceilings, Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
Kitchen Description
9 ft+ Ceilings, Island, Pantry
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
3
Heating
Hot Air, Radiator, Zoned
Heating Fuel
Geothermal, Propane
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Lower Level
Water Heater
Domestic
Appliances
Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Attic Description
Heated, Partially Finished, Floored, Walk-up
Basement Description
Full, Heated, Cooled, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Concrete Floor, Full With Walk-Out
Has Basement
Yes
Exterior Features+
Style
Chateau, French
Exterior
Lighting, Guest House, French Doors, Balcony, Underground Utilities, Tennis Court, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler