33 Knollwood Lane, Darien, CT 06820
Description
In one of Darien, Connecticut’s most sought after cul de sacs & conveniently located to the center of town, school, & major transportation, the custom, gut renovation of this 5 BR timeless, quintessential colonial was completed in 2014. On 1.64 level acres, the breathtakingly beautiful property offers seclusion & privacy all year round. The bespoke home offers the perfect balance of elegance, sophistication, comfort, convenience, size, & turnkey condition. Exquisite moldings & wainscoting throughout. 3rd floor studio/au/pair or in-law suite. State of the art custom designed kitchen includes drinks refrigerator, warming drawer, hot water circulating line, marble countertops. 2 interior & 1 exterior gas fireplaces & connected propane BBQ. Heated MBth marble floor. Insulated cedar shake roof, built-in stereo sy system. Large, lower level playroom with built-in cabinetry and direct door to the outdoors. This is the deepest lot on the street. Pet friendly neighborhood. Within close proximity to Royle School, the students on the street use a private path, next to the conservation land, maintained by the neighbors across the street, as a shortcut to the school. Michael Smith of Wilton was the architect. As measured per architect, there are approximately 971 sq. ft. of living space in the finished lower level, which has direct access to the yard. **Agents, please see important Covid requirements under Agent Only section**-
Property Features
- Water: Public Water Connected
- Swimming Pool YN: No
- Nearby Amenities: Golf Course,Health Club,Library,Paddle Tennis,Park,Playground/Tot Lot,Public Rec Facilities,Tennis Courts
- Attic Description: Walk-up,Heated,Floored
- Attic YN: Yes
- Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4415
- Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 971
- Bank Owned Property: 0
- Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
- Heat Fuel Type: Oil,Propane
- Home Owners Assocation: 0
- Home Warranty Offered YN: No
- Hot Water Description: Domestic
- New Construction Type: No/Resale
- Flood Zone YN: No
- Color: White
- Radon Mitigation Air YN: No
- Radon Mitigation Water YN: No
- Under Agreement YN: No
- Exterior Siding: Clapboard,Wood
- Potential Short Sale: No
- Exterior Features: French Doors,Terrace
- Foundation Type: Block,Masonry
- Sq Ft Total: 5,386
- Roof Description: Wood Shingle
- Lot Description: On Cul-De-Sac,Some Wetlands,Secluded,Level Lot,Lightly Wooded,Professionally Landscaped
- Direct Waterfront YN: No
- Waterfront Description: Water Community,Beach Rights
- Basement: Full With Walk-Out,Fully Finished,Heated,Cooled,Interior Access,Liveable Space
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop,Oven/Range,Microwave,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Dishwasher,Washer,Dryer,Wine Chiller
- Fireplaces: 3
- Interior Features: Audio System,Auto Garage Door Opener,Cable - Pre-wired,Security System
- Laundry Room Info: Main Level
- Rooms Total: 12
- Zoning: R-1
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Cooling, Heating, Utilities
- Cooling: Central Air
- Heating: Hot Air,Zoned
School Information
- Elementary School: Royle
- Middle School: Middlesex
- High School: Darien
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Taxes, Fees
- Annual Taxes: 28,695
- Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
- Tax Assessed Value: 1757210
Parking Information
- Garage Description: Attached Garage
Listing information © 2026
Listing Provided Courtesy of Compass Connecticut, LLC (203) 423-3100 (203) 722-2111, Ingrid Hess, ingrid@ingridhess.com
Listing Provided Courtesy of Compass Connecticut, LLC (203) 423-3100 (203) 722-2111, Ingrid Hess, ingrid@ingridhess.com
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