Engel Team Closes $7.6M Sale of Estate, New Canaan’s Second-Highest This Year

By Grace Cassidy Known affectionately as “Lakeview,” the home at 688 North Wilton Road in New Canaan, Conn., was last on the market for $6,695,000. Just three months after it was listed, the property has sold for above asking price at $7.6 million—the second-highest sale this year in New Canaan. Douglas Elliman agents John and Melissa Engel , who joined the brokerage this past spring, represented the listing. Spanning nearly 12,000 square feet in size, the incredible estate is host to six bedrooms and nine bathrooms. The home was designed by architect Mark Finlay and built by Hobbs Inc., completed in 1995. Homeowners enjoy a private, gated six-acre parcel that stretches along John D. Milne Lake, providing the incredible water views for which the home was named. A double-height foyer greets residents upon arriving home, while a comfortable living room features a wall of doors that open up to the outdoor space, ideal for entertaining in the warmer months. For the cooler months, a fireplace provides a cozy feel. A double-height great room serves as a perfect place to entertain guests, while the dining room offers breathtaking views over the water. The well-equipped gourmet kitchen includes a Wolf oven, subway tile backsplash, a wraparound countertop and center island, providing lots of countertop space for meal prep. On the second floor, the primary suite showcases a spacious bedroom with a fireplace and an attached bathroom featuring dual sinks, a spa-like soaking tub and walk-in shower. A temperature-controlled wine room and multiple recreation spaces can be found on the finished lower level. The incredible outdoor space was designed with summer entertaining in mind, complete with a generous patio that overlooks the heated pool and stunning mature landscaping. A three-car garage provides plenty of storage space.