89 River Road, East Haddam, CT 06423 (MLS # 24179508)

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Where Architectural Inspiration Meets the Majesty of the Connecticut River. Perched majestically on 15.22 acres along the eastern bank of the Connecticut River, 89 River Road offers a rare convergence of architectural pedigree, natural beauty, privacy, and fully realized lifestyle design. Designed, owned, and meticulously crafted by one of America's leading architects, this 12,836-square-foot, three bedroom compound, completed in 2018, was conceived to inspire creativity, wellness, and a connection to the outdoors. Protected by parkland, Nature Conservancy, and Land Trust preserves, the heart of the home is defined by extensive, floor-to-ceiling glass walls that command uninterrupted, panoramic vistas of the Connecticut River while a scenic jeep road offers direct access to Chapman Creek and the River beyond. A seamless flow connects the breathtaking entertaining and living areas with a variety of outdoor decks and terraces. The estate offers a rare sanctuary designed to fuel both the mind and the body. It features an unparalleled suite of dedicated, professional- grade spaces that defy the ordinary. The Creative Hub: Fulfill your creative inspirations in one of four dedicated studios: a sky-lit art studio, a sky-lit writing/drawing studio, a fabrication studio, and a fully equipped woodworking shop. Wellness & Entertainment: Recharge in the private dance studio/gym equipped with sprung floor, unwind in the state-of-the-art movie theater, or select a vintage from your basement wine cellar. A Nature Preserve & Oasis: The exterior of the property is a landscaped wonderland and home to a wide variety of birds. Step outside onto an expansive terrace overlooking a sparkling swimming pool and a private spa. Wander through curated gardens and sprawling woodlands via on-site hiking trails with absolute privacy and peace. Perfect for multi-generational living, an artist-in-residence, or high-profile guests, the estate includes a completely self-contained guest house. With its own private entry, full kitchen, inviting living room, and a serene bedroom suite, it ensures your company experiences the same level of luxury and autonomy as the main residence. A Property Beyond Compare: It is an architectural tour de force that must be experienced to be fully understood. With too many bespoke features to list, it stands as one of the most unique and fabulous contemporary estates on the East Coast. Features: Independent yet connected Guest House; Conservatory Dining Room; Yurt Sleeping Tent; Greenhouse; Two Barns; Root Cellar; Dance Studio/Gym; Woodworking Shop; Art Studio; Fabrication Studio; Writing/Drawing Studio; Movie Theater; Wine Cellar; Elevator; Pool, Spa, and Fountain; Secret Passage; Hall of Closets; Canoe Dock with direct access to the River.

DAYS ON MARKET 73 LAST UPDATED 6/16/2026
TRACT No YEAR BUILT 1970
COMMUNITY No GARAGE SPACES 3.0
COUNTY Middlesex STATUS Active
PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

SCHOOLS
Elementary School East Haddam
Jr. High School Nathan Hale
High School Nathan Hale


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Oven, Washer
BARN/EQUESTRIAN Yes
BASEMENT Concrete, Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access, Yes
CONSTRUCTION Frame, Other, Stone
EXTERIOR Balcony, Garden
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Attached Garage, Yes
HEAT Geothermal
INTERIOR Elevator, Entrance Foyer
LOT 15.22 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION Level, Sloped, Waterfront, Wooded
PARKING Asphalt, Gravel, Paved, Driveway, Attached
POOL DESCRIPTION Gunite, Outdoor Pool, In Ground
SEWER Septic Tank
STYLE Contemporary
SUBDIVISION No
TAXES 45885
VIEW Yes
VIEW DESCRIPTION Water
WATER Well
WATERFRONT Yes
WATERFRONT DESCRIPTION River Front
ZONING R2
MORTGAGE CALCULATOR
   

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