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474 Ponus RidgeNew Canaan, CT 06840

For Sale

$6,495,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $64,950

Discover elegance at this custom stone and shingle French Colonial on 4.9 bucolic acres on New Canaan's coveted west side. Bordering an 11-acre land trust, this 8,332 SF home, plus 2,300 SF finished lower level, offers privacy and proximity to downtown New Canaan and NYC commutes. The exquisite gardens, Inspired by Villa d'Este, create a resort-like setting with spectacular views from every window. The grounds feature parterre gardens, a pool, cabana, bluestone terraces with custom wrought iron railings, and a treed meadow. A Belgian block-lined driveway leads to two 2-car garages with a porte-cochere. Grand interior spaces have oversized windows, 10-12' ceilings, Brazilian cherry floors, five marble fireplaces, and deep moldings. The 1,500 SF kitchen and family room dazzle with a Pietra Cardosa island, Viking range, Sub-Zero appliances, and French doors to terraces. The primary suite features a 13' cathedral ceiling, balcony, and luxurious bathroom. Four additional large en-suite bedrooms provide overnight guests and family complete privacy. A study area, lower-level sixth bedroom, playroom, wine cellar, gym, and sauna complete the home. Fencing, electronic gates, and alarm system ensure a safe environment for the entire family. Modern systems include central vacuum, security, water purifier, and EV charger. This is a forever home to be treasured through the generations.

Listed by Melissa Engel

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Douglas Elliman of Connecticut

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(203) 858-0266

Listed by John Engel

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Douglas Elliman of Connecticut

Last updated July 21, 2025

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Source: SmartMLS #24103974

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodNew Canaan
  • Bedrooms6
  • Bathrooms9
  • Days on Prevu79
  • Taxes$50,709/year
  • Size8,392 sqft
  • Price per sqft$774

Location

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Listing History

06/26/2025
Status changed to Active
$6,495,000
06/25/2025
Status changed to Removed from Feed
$6,495,000
06/19/2025
Listed by Douglas Elliman of Connecticut
$6,495,000

Property Details for 474 Ponus Ridge

Exterior

Construction

  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Roof: Wood Shingle
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Year Built Details: Public Records
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Breezeway, Cabana, Lighting, French Doors, Patio, Balcony, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Underground Sprinkler

Features

  • Pool Features: Gunite, Heated, Salt Water, In Ground Pool
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Not Applicable

Measurements

  • Lot Features: Lightly Wooded, Treed, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.83

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 2120392
  • Tax Annual Amount: $50,709.00
  • Tax Year: 25

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Disposal, Instant Hot Water Tap, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Fireplaces Total: 5
  • Interior Features: AUDIO, DROPEN, CENVAC, SAUNA, SECURESY

Measurements

  • Living Area: 8,392

Rooms

  • Basement: Full
  • Bathrooms Full: 6
  • Bathrooms Half: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 6
  • Rooms Total: 16

Parking

Parking

  • Attached Garage: Attached Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 4

Schools

Elementary School

  • Elementary School: West

High School

  • High School: New Canaan

Middle or Junior School

  • Middle Or Junior School: Saxe Middle

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating: Hot Air, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Upper Level
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

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