About 1 Great Elm Drive
This exceptional residence, one of Sharon's most historic properties, occupies much of the original 1812 Georgian mansion, home to a notable family, including William F. Buckley, Jr., for over a century. The layout is spacious & flexible, offering multiple options for purchase: 1) purchase in its current layout as a spacious, 6-bedroom residence, 2) divide the current 6-bedroom residence into two spacious 3-bedroom residences, 3) additionally acquire the north wing to recreate a more complete version of the original mansion for use as an expansive single-family residence, a family compound, or separate residences for rental income. The current 6,716 sq ft home has been thoughtfully restored & offers 6 bedrooms with primary suites on both levels, 7 full baths, and 2 powder rooms. The kitchen opens to a stunning library & informal dining area, complemented by formal living & dining rooms, a family room, office, gym, den, laundry room and 7 fireplaces. At the center of the home, a dramatic three-story 1250 sq foot glass atrium (the 1,250 sq ft is not included in the 6,716 sq ft) - enclosing the 1929 courtyard - creates a year-round living space that brings light & openness into the core of the home. This is estate living with the ease of a managed community. Enjoy beautifully maintained grounds with specimen trees & beautiful plantings. Amenities include: junior Olympic-sized heated pool, pool house, tennis court & separate paddle/pickle courts and more. More info below.
Features of 1 Great Elm Drive
| MLS® # | 24173869 |
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| Price | $3,999,000 |
| Bedrooms | 6 |
| Bathrooms | 9.00 |
| Full Baths | 7 |
| Half Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 6,716 |
| Acres | 6.34 |
| Type | Single Family For Sale |
| Style | Georgian Colonial |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 1 Great Elm Drive |
|---|---|
| Area | N/A |
| City | Sharon |
| County | Litchfield |
| State | Connecticut |
| Zip Code | 06069 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Club House, Gardening Area, Guest Parking, Paddle Tennis, Park, Pool, Tennis Courts |
|---|---|
| Features | Passive Solar, Storm Doors, Storm Windows |
| Parking Spaces | 6 |
| Parking | Carport, Detached Garage, Paved, Off Street Parking |
| # of Garages | 4 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Waterfront | Not Applicable |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | Gunite, Heated, Pool House, Safety Fence, In Ground Pool |
Interior
| Interior Features | Cable - Pre-wired, Security System |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Electric Dryer, Wine Chiller |
| Heating | Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiator, Oil |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fans, Central Air, Zoned |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 7 |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Full, Heated, Shared Basement, Storage, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Full With Walk-Out |
Exterior
| Exterior | Vinyl Siding |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Tennis Court, Fruit Trees, Gutters, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Patio |
| Lot Description | Level Lot, Cleared, Professionally Landscaped, Historic District, Open Lot |
| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
| Foundation | Stone |
School Information
| Elementary | Sharon Center |
|---|---|
| High | Housatonic |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | May 18th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 114 |
| Zoning | Per town |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| HOA Fees | 5506 |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Monthly |
Listing Details
| Office | Neil Charles Real Estate |
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