NEW CANAAN
MEETS CALIFORNIA COOL
A Journey Through 1580 Ponus Ridge
Tucked thoughtfully into 2.54 lush, private acres of New Canaan’s esteemed west side, 1580 Ponus Ridge emerges as an architectural love letter to indoor-outdoor living, blending the iconography of California mid-century design with the rhythmic elegance of a classic Colonial. Priced at $3,995,000, this stunning 1983-built residence—masterfully reimagined—harnesses the temperate New England landscape through more than 100 custom windows and 16 doors that blur the boundary between inside and out.
From the moment visitors approach, the home’s palette of clapboard, stucco, and wood siding harmonizes with the wooded surroundings. Yet it’s the sentiment of openness—drenched in light—that defines its captivating presence. Each room plays host to expansive vistas, captured and celebrated through French doors and oversized windows.
A Plan That Breathes,
Step into the spectacular living room: soaring ceilings, a graceful fireplace anchored in impeccable proportions, and walls of glass opening to the world beyond. Anchored opposite is the den—tight-knit yet generous—complete with a wet bar, fireplace, built-ins, and its own French doors—a setting rife with possibilities, from quiet morning coffees to late-night reflections. Throughout the main level, specialized rooms such as a chic rec room, formal dining space, mud room with cubbies and bench as well as a built-in dog bed, and breezeway speak to a natural blend of hospitality and everyday functionality.
The chef-inspired kitchen, with its expansive island and sliders to the outdoor terraces, subtly nods to Californian culinary culture, while maintaining crisp, East Coast polish. A thoughtfully designed flow connects the kitchen with adjacent gathering spaces, making every corner of the home functionally intuitive yet fluid.
Private Retreats & Lux Details
The home hosts five bedrooms, four full baths, and two half baths. The primary suite—a study in scale and serenity—spans roughly 400 square feet, with its own balcony, dressing room, ensuite, and French doors that embrace the landscape.
Three additional upper-level bedrooms feature ensuite baths and balconies, ideal for children, guests, or work-from-home executives seeking space and light. A comfortable main-floor bedroom with its own bath becomes an ideal au pair, guest, or home office suite.
An Exterior Ode
Vistas from inside flow outward to expansive bluestone terraces, where a gas firepit nightcap becomes an idyllic ritual, enveloped by vibrant flower beds, manicured hedges and a waterfall-fed river that adds a slow, soothing soundtrack. A glimmering pool and spa reflect sky and canopy, evoking both family leisure and elevated resort living.
The property’s beautiful fencing, skilled lighting, rain gutters, and hidden sprinklers underscore a meticulous design ethos: each element contributes to the narrative—privacy without isolation, elegance without ostentation.
Comforts, Efficiencies & Community
For modern comfort, the home is fully air-conditioned and heated by hot water, oil-fired systems, benefitting also from backup generator support. Energy-conscious buyers will appreciate Thermopane windows and high-efficiency systems. Plumbing and electrical layouts are tailored to family living, and a partial basement provides storage and visceral potential for future customization.
At $625 per square foot, the home is well within range of New Canaan’s high-tier properties, especially considering its nearly 6,400 square feet of fully realized living space. Taxes hover at $38,966 annually, in line with comparably luxurious estates.
Nearby, West Elementary, Saxe Middle, and New Canaan High School all rate an impressive 9/10—a reassurance for families seeking education excellence.
A Lifestyle of Flow & Ease
Notably, the home flirts with a feel akin to mid-century Californian homes—celebrating open skylines and integration with nature—without sacrificing the warmth and structural dignity of a Colonial. Soft, natural tones, generous rooflines, and the subtle charm of French doors combine to make the house feel more resort than fortress.
Eastern mornings easily transition into evenings by the firepit or pool, while mid-afternoon can find one curled up in a balcony-adorned bedroom, watching leaves dance in the breeze. The experience treads the line between the stately and the serene, finding home not just in brick and timber, but in everyday grace.
The Neighbors & The Market
Ponus Ridge is among the most coveted avenues in New Canaan. The street is a tapestry of luxury homes—recent sales include neighboring listings around $4–5 million, all showcasing pools, multi-acre lots, and refined architectural narratives. Homes at 652 and 705 Ponus evoke the elevated benchmarks that this corridor sustains.
Final Reflection
1580 Ponus Ridge is more than a stately estate—it’s a testament to intentional living. It answers to both the demands of modern family life and the hankering for an experience steeped in artful design. It’s a home that invites conversation, relaxation, connection, and reflection—rooted in nature, yet running toward the horizon.
Its 4-car garages, strategic floor plan, and diligent amenities invite convenience. Yet, its soul is found in each sun-draped room, each transition made seamless by thoughtful touches—from window counts to custom pools, from terraces to technology.
In a market where cookie-cutter sameness often blooms closer to the highway, this home stands apart—call it the California in Connecticut, or Colonial that dreams of palm trees. At 1580 Ponus Ridge, life unfolds fluidly, anchored by an equilibrium of design and warmth. In the architectural lexicon, it’s not just a residence—it’s an experience crafted, curated, and coherent.
For more information or to arrange a private showing, contact: April & Kelly / William Raveis Luxury Properties, www.raveis.com | (203) 451-6757
