About 80 Governors Lane
As you enter 80 Governors Lane down a private driveway, discover an 8.5-acre estate blending timeless elegance with serene privacy. This circa 1933 farmhouse, designed by architect Jack Franzen and beautifully restored, features wide plank black walnut floors, exposed beams, and a bread oven fireplace. Six spacious bedrooms include a luxurious Primary Suite with vaulted ceilings, carved mantle fireplace, dual walk-in closets, and a private balcony. Five full and two half baths feature tumbled marble flooring and marble vanities for spa-like comfort. Warm living spaces with fireplaces and tall windows create perfect gathering spots, including a Formal Dining Room, a Den with wet bar, and a cozy Family Room. The chef's kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, Jerusalem stone countertops, a copper sink island, banquette dining, and terraces for al fresco meals. A heated breezeway links to a restored Goodspeed Farm barn, plus a one-bedroom apartment and a three-car garage for multi-generational living. The Pool House offers cathedral ceilings, a granite bar, and doors to stone terraces overlooking a heated Gunite pool, spa, and pond. Enjoy privacy with convenient access to top schools, fine dining, cultural venues, beaches, and NYC trains-an extraordinary sanctuary harmonizing nature and refined living.
Features of 80 Governors Lane
| MLS® # | 24184556 |
|---|---|
| Price | $4,499,000 |
| Bedrooms | 6 |
| Bathrooms | 8.00 |
| Full Baths | 6 |
| Half Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 7,801 |
| Acres | 8.50 |
| Type | Single Family For Sale |
| Style | Colonial |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 80 Governors Lane |
|---|---|
| Area | Greenfield Hill |
| City | Fairfield |
| County | Fairfield |
| State | Connecticut |
| Zip Code | 06824 |
Amenities
| Features | Generator, Programmable Thermostat |
|---|---|
| Parking | Attached Garage |
| # of Garages | 3 |
| Is Waterfront | Yes |
| Waterfront | Pond, Brook |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | Gunite, Pool House, Spa, Safety Fence, In Ground Pool |
Interior
| Interior Features | Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer |
| Heating | Hot Air, Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 5 |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Partial, Unfinished, Storage, Garage Access, Interior Access, Concrete Floor |
Exterior
| Exterior | Clapboard, Stone |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Terrace, Breezeway, Gutters, Lighting, Hot Tub, French Doors |
| Lot Description | Some Wetlands, Lightly Wooded, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped |
| Roof | Wood Shingle |
| Foundation | Concrete |
School Information
| Elementary | Dwight |
|---|---|
| Middle | Roger Ludlowe |
| High | Fairfield Ludlowe |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | July 20th, 2026 |
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| Days on Market | 40 |
| Zoning | AAA |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Coldwell Banker Realty |
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