This woodland property with its vast botanical array awaits your creativity and imagination. Almost 20 acres on Red Hill Road located just south of I-95, off Exit 56, is within minutes to beaches, award-winning restaurants, popular craft beer breweries, shopping, professional services and activities of this vibrant and desirable shoreline town, known for the Thimble Islands and historic Town Green. A natural brook dotted with moss-covered rocks follows the land's eastern boundary providing a precious fresh water source, passing what was once, long ago, a wildflower laden meadow. Travelling to the east and north rear boundary, rugged rock outcroppings rise, providing a natural world backdrop offering sweeping views to enhance your relationship to the land. With over an enviable 800 feet of road frontage, just a short walk to the east brings you to the preservation properties of Van Wie Pond and Preserve, and the latest acquired "jewel", Red Hill Woods. Many outdoor loving residents of Red Hill Road discovered the natural beauty of this area years ago. Your architect and landscape designer will appreciate this canvas allowing the land's natural assets to engage the senses to create your valuable legacy, located near the gateway to Stony Creek. Great Opportunity for a 1031 Exchange!
This pristine acreage is perfect for any number of creative strategies. Imagine an elegant community of homes; or a farm to compliment a potential farm to table restaurant and farmers market across the street; not to mention located a mere 2 miles from the artistic village of Stony Creek. This listing describes a parcel, that is listed separately, but sold with an adjoining parcel. These parcels, combined, represent over 50% of the entire property, which has been the homestead of the Brockway, Dibble and Lakso families of Branford for over 250 years. These parcels, located off of Interstate 95 at Exit 56, and just a short 2 mile drive to the artistic village of Stony Creek in Branford, CT, the Thimble Islands, and Long Island Sound, provide a perfect, quick on and off for residents and visitors on their way home or to visit the scenic shoreline. Additionally, the land was bestowed the prestigious A.V.A. Designation, designating it as a Viticultural Area, perfectly suited for a Shoreline Vineyard or organic farm.
Presenting a remarkable chance to design and construct your custom home on a generous two-acre lot, already surveyed and ready for building. Imagine the possibilities that come with creating a space that's entirely your own, free from the constraints of adapting to someone else's vision. From the ground up, every detail can be tailored to meet your desires, whether it's incorporating sustainable living features, crafting the perfect layout for indoor or outdoor entertaining, or designing a retreat that harmonizes with the natural landscape. Nestled in a serene setting this residential parcel is one of the few with privacy as an alternative to cookie-cutter subdivision living amongst other new builds. Despite its peaceful surroundings across from the tranquil Lidyhites Pond, you're just moments away from Route 80 and Interstate 95, making commutes and travel a breeze.
Stony Creek -Water view - Once in a Generation, an opportunity arises to acquire a large untouched high and dry property located in the Heart of the Historic Village of Stony Creek. The Gateway to the Thimble Islands, Home of Rogers Island. From the moment you enter this property you realize youâ??ve arrived at a very Special and Magical place. The property winds along a scenic trail which was part of the original shoreline railway as it continues through virgin forest with several passages leading to an array of different Vistas overlooking wildlife refuge areas, tidal ponds, unique rock outcroppings and distant enchanting views. This property offers several elevations, some could have views of the Thimble Islands. Ideal for possible Family Compound or Equestrian use. The opportunities here are endless. This property must be seen to truly understand its unique and special qualities.There is no current A 2 survey. No perk test. No drive By. Listing Agent must be on all showings. Property lines on photos are approximate. Convenient to Town, Restaurants, Shopping, Yale, Train, 75 miles NYC. A Truly Unique Offering..
Zoned Multi-Family / all utilities available / 9.73+/- acres / near High School, Downtown Branford, I-95, & Train station
Branford is located in Connecticut. Branford, Connecticut has a population of 28,230. Branford is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 22.4% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 26.84%.
The median household income in Branford, Connecticut is $87,738. The median household income for the surrounding county is $75,043 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Branford is 51.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 83.5 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 19.8 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 47.9 inches per year, with 29.1 inches of snow per year.
