On the shoreline of Compo Mill Pond, a home that harkens to Normandy or Brittany with its French coastal-style stucco exterior and sweeping views has listed for $4.495 million.
Built in 2007 by Miro Builders, it was designed by Roger Bartels and won a HOBI award for “Best Custom Home” in 2009 for its excellence in construction and design. The elegant landscaping and traditional exterior alone seem award-worthy, providing a timeless sense of permanence along the Long Island Sound. Stepping inside, arched doorways, curved walls, and circular private office echo the coastal forms outside.
In 2018, then-seller David Denos told The Hour, “It’s just one of those houses where you’re standing there and you don’t want to leave.” The 3,236-square-foot home has been exchanged hands a couple of times, and it has even been listed for rent. The most recent owners kindly updated the property with new oak floors, a 1,000-square-foot walled deck, and savvy technologies. Soaring ceilings and organic materials in the living room create a balanced space to lounge, with a fireplace to cozy up around for the chilly nights. The primary suite and polished kitchen are further highlights, both showcasing constant water vistas.
Of course, one can’t ignore the privilege of this Compo Beach site, which sprawls nearly half an acre of land, including wetlands and a shore where you can kayak or fish. Set at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this residence is a dream Westport home. And, wouldn’t it look dazzling adorned in wreaths and lights this holiday season?
Cyd Hamer of William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty holds the listing.
