For owners of horses and others who enjoy outdoor activities, or for those seeking the ultimate in privacy and seclusion, the Bear Hill Estate is in a class by itself.Located on 100 acres on Prospect Street in Woodstock, in Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner,” this gated estate will offer its next owner a wide range of options.From the street, the driveway, marked by two small busts of a horse’s head, appears nondescript. Mature woods block the view of the property, though a short distance from the road an attractive gate, supported by stone columns topped by lanterns, is visible. This gate is controlled remotely from the house. From the road, however, there is nothing to suggest what awaits just down the driveway.The first stop for visitors is the main house. It is a bungalow style log home with a circular drive and a walkway leading to the front door, which is covered by a porch. It is rustic, yet sophisticated, with views of professionally landscaped paddocks and a large pond that is stocked with bass. It is impressive, but it gives just a hint of what lies beyond.Prospect Street in Woodstock,Prospect Street in Woodstock,Prospect Street in Woodstock,Prospect Street in Woodstock,Prospect Street in Woodstock,Prospect Street in Woodstock,Prospect Street in Woodstock,Prospect Street in Woodstock,Show Caption1 of 8Prospect Street in Woodstock,Expand“There is really nothing like this property,” said Mel Guerrero of William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, who is handling the sale. She went on to suggest that this would be an ideal property for a celebrity, or anyone else, seeking a private retreat. “Potentially, it might also be turned into a resort,” she added.The home’s entry hall leads directly to a great room, which is currently used for dining. Tumbled marble floors combined with walls constructed of logs give a rustic feel, while the high vaulted ceiling, open second floor loft, and beautiful views of the surrounding land add significant visual interest. “This home was custom built and is made with real logs,” Guerrero said. They are not log cabin siding boards, which are intended to mimic the look of a log home.The great room is open to a cozy den and the kitchen, where the chef is greeted by an array of stainless steel appliances, including a gas range. The counters are either granite or butcher block and the sink, which overlooks the pond and the paddocks, is copper. There is plenty of room for the chef’s helpers and beautifully crafted cabinets for storage.The first floor also has a home office, which could be used as a living room or bedroom, and two bedrooms with ample closet space. The primary bedroom features a small outdoor balcony overlooking a paddock. “It’s a perfect spot for a morning cup of coffee,” Guerrero said. It also has walk-in closet and private bath with a large shower..A second full bath with a soaking tub and handheld shower head serves the other bedroom and the first floor, while a spiral stairway leads to the loft, which is spacious and could be used in many ways. It overlooks the first floor and has access to a large second level storage room.The great room and the den open onto a wraparound porch that overlooks the property. It is ideal for entertaining, with space for two large tables, a covered sitting area and covered barbecue station. It includes a large gas grill, small beverage refrigerator, a counter, storage space, and a sink.Prospect Street in Woodstock,The lower level of the home is reached from the outside and includes stalls for five horses. “There is no direct connection to the first floor for odor control,” Guerrero said. In addition to the horse stalls, there is a one-car garage, a heated tack room, a wash stall with a hot water supply, half bath, and storage space. “This could be finished for other uses including a multi-car garage,” Guerrero said.Next to the home is a two-car garage with a wood-fired heating system for the home that can be bolstered by a propane heater. “If people wanted to live completely off the grid, they could add solar panels [for electricity],” Guerrero said.Also on the property are a kennel, “even the dog kennel gives a taste of luxury for the family pups,” Guerrero said, and a building with a workshop and storage bay plus plenty of indoor space for hay. Here, additional stalls for horses could be added and the large level field behind it is one of two spots on the property that could, with proper permitting, be used for a helicopter landing pad. There is plenty of land for trail rides and a horse tie-off for cool down after those outings.There are two dressage arenas, which are flat and level. One has a stand for judges and both are suitable for dressage and carriage dressage practice sessions and competitions. There is also an area on the land for skeet shooting, target practice, a hunter’s blind, and an additional building that includes a very large two car garage along with a finished area that has a safe for gun storage, a large workshop, and several rooms. These could be turned into an apartment.Mark Twain is said to have advised people to, “Buy land, they’re not making it anymore.” With this property, a buyer will acquire a large amount of land, a home, and outbuildings that enable the enjoyment of a unique and highly desirable lifestyle.“I don’t think there is anything like this property, anywhere,” Guerrero said. “It is a sophisticated, secluded sanctuary blending elegance and tranquility.”Info:Built: 2005Price: $2,200,000Style: Bungalow Style Log HomeRooms: 7Bedrooms: 3Baths: 2 full; 1 half bathSquare footage: 5,316 with 3,716 Sq. Ft. above gradeAcreage: 100.2Mill rate: 23.04Best Feature: This carefully crafted and lovingly cared for property offers serenity and privacy. And, it is everything a horse lover could want.Contact: Mel GuerreroWilliam Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty860-970-8274E-mail: mguerrero@wpsir.comProperty Website: https://584prospectstreet.com/
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