Waterfront Lyme estate

Welcome to ‘Highover,’ a 30-acre hilltop estate on the lower Connecticut River designed by Alfred Hopkins. Over half a mile of water frontage makes this one of the most private waterfront settings in the state, with natural physical barriers that provide security and protection. Many notable guests have visited, including Albert Einstein, Katherine Hepburn, and a former American President

This is classic New England, a setting of antique homes, stone walls, and undisturbed countryside.
A 5-year renovation occurred at the sprawling 5-bedroom, 8-bath chateau and the 3-bedroom, 4-bath 1820s Federal Style guest house next to the stone gated entry. The ground-up renovations exemplify the owner’s endless devotion to bringing the expected appurtenances into both homes while preserving their classic architecture. The dock on Whalebone Creek easily accommodates the owner’s 36’ Hinckley Picnic boat and a deep water mooring for larger boats at protected Hamburg Cove.

During the first two decades of the 20th century, this area was the setting for one of America’s largest - and most significant art colonies. For a time, Lyme was known as the “American Barbizon” -- one of the most famous Impressionist colonies in America -- the “American Giverny. “Come, walk in the footsteps of Impressionist Childe Hassam and William Chadwick, who painted the landscape here.

For more information, contact Edward Hillyer at 860-235-3424. MLS #:170623353. Asking $15,000,000

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