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Waterfront Cottage on Connecticut's Aspetuck River

Built on nearly three acres, the Connecticut estate includes a large main residence, a two-bedroom guest house, two stone bridges with waterfalls and an outdoor kitchen right alongside the river.

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River and Stone Cottage

Built on nearly three acres, the estate includes a large main residence, a two-bedroom guest house and another structure with an outdoor kitchen right alongside the river.

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River and Stone Bridge

Dams help carve out a natural swimming pool in the Aspetuck River, which cuts through the property. Or enjoy the river from a kayak or a stroll around the grounds.

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Stone Bridge and Sunset View

No trolls living under this bridge, just two beautiful waterfalls. The estate's other magical perks include Japanese gardens, an outdoor yoga studio, steam room and a tennis court.

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Stone Riverfront House and Patio

Dinner parties on this riverfront terrace get to enjoy the background noise of two waterfalls.

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Backyard With River and Bridge

Connecticut's Aspetuck River runs through the property, and two dams create an easy swimming area, bookended by waterfalls. Overlook the peaceful scene from a sunny patio or down on the lawn.

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Stone House Front Exterior at Dusk

Originally built by Francis Gershwin, sister to George and Ira, this Westport, Connecticut home has reputedly played host to the likes of Mia Farrow, Paul Newman and Frank Sinatra.

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Contemporary Living Room With Red Art

A marble fireplace is the heart of this airy living room where upper floor balconies look down into the space. Beautiful hardwood floors add to the feeling of warmth.

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Gray Open Plan Kitchen With Eating Bar

Gorgeous marble covers the top and sides of this kitchen's countertops and eating bar.

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Transitional Breakfast Nook With Tray

After a workout in the home's gym, head upstairs to the kitchen where sunlight bathes the breakfast nook. An elegant formal dining room is next door.

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Contemporary Neutral Dining Room With Tan Rug

The large formal dining room looks onto the estate's lovely grounds and connects to al fresco dining out on a balcony.

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Living Area and Interior Balcony

Open concept living areas and plentiful windows fill the interior with natural light and the home's woodsy views.

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Waterfront Living Area With Bench

A separate structure right at the river's edge offers spillover room with wonderful waterfront views and an outdoor dining area.

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Indoor Swimming Pool With Everything

In Connecticut, you can't count on the weather being hospitable to swimming...but you can if the swimming pool is inside! That's a spa at its head, there's a living area with a fireplace at its feet and a trio of sliding glass doors running along one side connect the space to the outdoors on nice days.

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Green Stained Glass Accents Pool Room Fireplace

Thoughtful details are everywhere in the pool room, from well-placed skylights that flood the room with light, to narrow stained glass windows that contribute color to the stone-swathed living area. This sensational pool room also features a full-size wet bar.

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Indoor Swimming Pool and Brick Patio

Large sliding doors give the indoor pool easy access to the outdoors and the estate's spacious patios.

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Tennis Court

Tennis, anyone? The estate keeps residents fit and fine with a tennis court, a river-fed swimming area, kayak launch and a home gym.