A beautiful property on Roger’s Island in Branford, Connecticut, which includes a guest house, pool, and tennis court, has hit the market for $35million.
The 8,746-square-foot island home at 0 Rogers Island was listed by agent Jennifer Leahy of Douglas Elliman of Connecticut three days ago.
The seller of the 10-bedroom, eight-bathroom single-family home is Greg Jensen, who is the Co-Chief Investment Officer at Bridgewater Associates.
‘Rogers Island beckons as the ultimate symbol of achievement, awaiting its discerning new owner,’ the listing read.
This stunning home on its own island is available now for potential homebuyers to purchase for $35 million.
A 8,746-square-foot island property on Roger’s Island in Branford, Connecticut was listed by Jennifer Leahy of Douglas Elliman of Connecticut three days ago for $35 million
The 10-bedroom 8-bathroom property currently holds the record for being the largest residential multiple listing sale in New Haven County history. Its seller is Greg Jensen – the Co-Chief Investment Officer at Bridgewater Associates
Rogers Island, which is also called Yon Comis Island, was purchased and developed by a New Jersey resident named Captain John Jay Phelps in 1902, according to Mansion Global.
The island itself is now a prominent landmark on Long Island Sound and the property is located 75 miles away from NYC and just 19 miles from the Hamptons.
The main residence has a spacious front yard where guests sitting on the deck can watch their children play while enjoying the shade.
It features a stone tile walkway that leads to the house’s doorstep and backyard.
Guests who visit the property may also be amazed at the two private docks, which are located near the main residence and its four-bedroom guest house.
The guest house, which is only a short walk away from the main residence, has a white wraparound deck that matches the structure’s color.
Visitors who stay in the guest house may also notice the same stone-tiled walkway at the front of the house.
Everyone who stays at the guest house and follows the stony path will find a combined tennis and basketball court in the backyard.
Rogers Island, which is also called Yon Comis Island, was purchased and developed by a New Jersey resident named Captain John Jay Phelps in 1902. Phelps, whose famous for being the first American to sail around the world from the Suez Canal and Cape of Good Hope, spent his summers on the property until his death in 1948
The island itself is now a prominent landmark on Long Island Sound and the property is located 75 miles away from NYC and 19 miles from the Hamptons. It is one of multiple islands in Branford that is less than 20 miles from the Hamptons
The deck featured in front of the house is spacious for anyone that is hoping to sit in the shade. It also provides a great view of the main residence’s front yard, which includes a stone tiled walkway that leads to the backyard
Besides the main residence, the $35 million property has a four-bedroom waterfront guesthouse. One of two private boat docks is near the structure and a pathway that leads a guest straight to a combined tennis and basketball court is on the side of the house
Homeowners and guests can enjoy a snack or cook a meal in the property’s kitchen, which includes top appliances, white cabinets, and spacious countertops that all come with the house.
A hidden space in the kitchen with a high ceiling and a small window sill on top of drawers will also give guests a comfy area to sit while waiting for food and catch a glimpse of the lake.
Visitors who are ready to eat can then choose an area to eat since the property has the potential to have more than one dining room.
One potential outdoor eating area could seat up to 16 dinner guests, while another room could fit more than one table.
A possible dining area with light purple walls coincidentally matches the color scheme in the main resident’s living room.
The living room may not provide the scenic lake views that guests may be looking for, but it does have built-in shelves that match the fireplace and arched window frame.
The fireplace featured in the living room is just one of three that are inside the Roger’s Island property.
The kitchen comes with custom-made cabinets, matching countertops, and state of the art appliances. Guests who wait for food to be made can sit on the window sill in an area with high ceilings that’s off to the side of the kitchen
Visitors who are ready to eat can then choose an area to eat since the property has the potential to have more than one dining room
One room that can be converted into a dining area or an extra room can fit two rectangular tables that can fit between six and eight guests. The light purple walls match those of the ones that are in the living room
The living room features hardwood floors and built-in cabinets that match the arched window frame used in one of its windows. It also has one of the three fireplaces located inside the property
Six bathrooms and two half bathrooms are in the property, and at least one of them as a stellar walk-in shower.
The walk-in shower in one of the bathrooms is equipped with see-through doors and unique flooring that can accommodate at least two small benches.
One of the bathrooms also includes a spacious double vanity with countertops that almost match the color of the room’s ceiling and floors.
The bedrooms in the main residence may be cozier than what guests would expect in the property, but most, if not all, have more than one window with a view of the lake.
The bedrooms’ hardwood floors match those of the living room flooring and are all big enough to fit a rug if the new homeowners decide to put them in.
One of the bathrooms in the house includes a walk-in shower with unique flooring and enough room to accommodate at least two small benches. It also has a double vanity and countertop that nearly matches the room’s ceiling and floor perfectly
The bedrooms’ hardwood floors match those of the living room flooring and are all big enough to fit a rug if the new homeowners decide to put them in. Most, if not all the bedrooms, have more than one window that allows a guest to see the lake
Other than the private docks and combined tennis and basketball court, the property’s backyard is filled with multiple features that could fit anyone’s personality.
According to the listing, potential homebuyers can immerse themselves in the ‘lush beauty of formal gardens, meandering trails, and a serene koi pond.’
Guests can also find a pool and jacuzzi in an area that can accommodate several people in lawn chairs or tables.
Everyone who decides to swim or sit within the pool area will be able to have a gorgeous view of the lake and the other stone structures near the house.
The property’s pool house is conveniently located next to the swimming area and it can be used for things such as towels, pool toys, beach equipment, or other items that need to be in storage.
The listing highlighted some of the extra features that can be found throughout the backyard of the large island property, including scenic views, walking trails, and a koi pond
The walking trails are one of the many unique features that are a part of the property. Some of these extra features include a greenhouse, staff quarters, sauna, and three private beaches
A pool house is located near one of the backyard stairways that lead to the swimming area. It can be used to stow things away like towels, pool toys, beach equipment, or other items that need to be in storage
The Roger’s Island home includes a putting green, which is a smooth, grassy area that can be found in various golf courses. The area can be located near one of the multiple gazebos that are included with the house
A few extra features at the property that could be convenient for the next homeowner is its greenhouse, staff quarters, sauna, and three private beaches.
The waterfront property, like many places in this area of Branford, is located a few hours away from the posh Pine Orchard Yacht & Country Club.
If the potential homeowner is confirmed about safety, they could be thrilled to learn that the property does come with a security system that works throughout the entire place, including the guest house.
The listing confirmed that there is a basement in the main residence with walk-out access, but it is currently unfinished.