100 Liberty Street
Madison, CT 06443
$3,250,000
Set at the heart of lushly rolling lawns overlooking Long Island Sound, Barberry Beach Estate is that rare blend of country living and sophisticated coastal lifestyle. Whether chosen as a primary residence or summer enclave, this three-acre waterfront property is uniquely magnificent with private beach access mere steps away and coveted four-season views of the Long Island Sound, a sparkling and expansive estuary of the Atlantic Ocean snuggled between Connecticut and New York states. The crown jewel of Madison, one of Connecticut’s finest shoreline communities, Barberry Beach Estate is located in the town’s elegant and historic Liberty Street area known for its quiet streets, gracious homes and shaded lanes.
The property’s 11-room, 4,000 square foot home is bathed in sunlight, meticulously appointed and handsomely finished. The residence, inhabited for generations by one of Madison’s founding families, has undergone impeccable renovations and expansions; it now includes a wine cellar, lovingly preserved wide-planked chestnut floors, reclaimed timbers and doors, handcrafted built-in cabinetry and three original fireplaces blended with exquisite custom millwork. The chef’s kitchen, highlighted with a cheerful breakfast bay overlooking the gardens and sea, is outfitted with an AGA stove, Sub-Zero refrigerator, custom cherry cabinets, butler’s pantry and other premier amenities such as granite counters mined from neighboring Stony Creek quarry, also the source of the home’s stone foundation and that of many of the edifices that constitute New York City’s architectural history. . .
The light and elegant home is surpassed only by the exquisite grounds in which it is nestled. It radiates from the verdant plantings, mature perennial gardens, stone walkways and French-style formal parterre garden with herbs, roses and hydrangea along with a picturesque pond alive with egrets and herons. Offering unlimited options and abundant charm are period outbuildings including a garage and two-story barn that may be used as a guesthouse, exercise studio or workshop; outdoor rain shower; and the property’s original smoker now home to a state-of-the-art irrigation system. A striking bluestone patio and two expansive screened-in porches overlooking the Sound are exquisite settings for memorable dining and entertaining occasions.
Barberry Beach Estate is pristinely private, yet close to Madison’s enchanting downtown, known for its boutiques, award-winning bookstore, art cinema and French café, among many other attractions. Madison is one of New England’s quintessential coastal towns, equidistant from New York City and Boston, easily accessible to Hartford and Providence. Combining the feel of a welcoming small maritime town with sophisticated and upscale resources, Madison is renowned for its premier school system, proximity to prestigious private schools and universities, nature trails and parks, charming Bed and Breakfast Inns, and a number of world-famous cultural 
venues including the Yale Repertory Theatre, New Haven Symphony and Goodspeed Opera House. Throughout the year, Madison’s charming town green is also home to antique shows, civic and entertainment events. Access to major cities is streamlined with proximity to Interstate 95, Amtrak, Cross-Sound ferries and the commuter train station located in the heart of town. From its glorious seaside setting and stunning grounds to its distinguished residence, Barberry Beach Estate is comfortably sophisticated living at its finest.
Because I understand that there is a delicate balance between the emotional and investment aspects of buying or selling a home, I am able to separate them and serve both with equal care, integrity, loyalty and knowledge.