The construction is solid, and the finishes are expensive. The interior would most likely be a sore subject for the buyer who wants nothing to do with decorating, because there are certain wall and floor treatments that may not resonate with a more youthful thinking buyer.
The property and setting are beautiful. Extras include a beautiful guest house, a pool with spa that is surrounded by beauty, an elevator and a har-tru tennis court.
It’s not the first time on the block. It has had two other listings each lasting for 180 days with no buyers. One in 2011 for $10,750,000 and another in 2012 for $8,700,000. Some improvements/painting were done to the property in 2015. That combined with an improved market may have contributed to the 15% increase since 2012.
The market will have the last word – all I can say is that it’s a good house with lots to offer.
The art of the deal transcends all businesses, and more so in real estate than in many other professions. For the client, it's often an emotional purchase or sale, rather than a simple commodity or luxury item. I make it my mission to have each side come to terms with a transaction that works for everyone. It's not always easy, but good things in life usually take effort - something from which I've never shied.
Licensed since 2009 as a real estate sales agent in CT & NY, I often work with clients on the border of both areas.
With sales and distribution experience for luxury designer products, and watching/reacting to the markets, my acumen for sales was established. Achieving success and contributing to the growth of many global apparel designer brands, such as Giorgio Armani and Paul Smith for over 20 years, it was time for a change. I wanted to explore another passion that would keep me in one location rather than traveling the globe.
Now I have the best of both worlds, a successful business as a fulfilling personal life. My husband and I have lived in back country Greenwich since 2003, where we enjoy easy access to great biking, hiking and golf. We love to ski and that's usually where our travel takes us.
Life is good in Greenwich!
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