Branford CT Real Estate & Land for Sale

This woodland property with its vast botanical array awaits your creativity and imagination. Almost 20 acres on Red Hill Road located just south of I-95, off Exit 56, is within minutes to beaches, award-winning restaurants, popular craft beer breweries, shopping, professional services and activities of this vibrant and desirable shoreline town, known for the Thimble Islands and historic Town Green. A natural brook dotted with moss-covered rocks follows the land's eastern boundary providing a precious fresh water source, passing what was once, long ago, a wildflower laden meadow. Travelling to the east and north rear boundary, rugged rock outcroppings rise, providing a natural world backdrop offering sweeping views to enhance your relationship to the land. With over an enviable 800 feet of road frontage, just a short walk to the east brings you to the preservation properties of Van Wie Pond and Preserve, and the latest acquired "jewel", Red Hill Woods. Many outdoor loving residents of Red Hill Road discovered the natural beauty of this area years ago. Your architect and landscape designer will appreciate this canvas allowing the land's natural assets to engage the senses to create your valuable legacy, located near the gateway to Stony Creek. Great Opportunity for a 1031 Exchange!

This property offers an additional access point, for potential developers, when combined with 137-185 Leetes Island Road. This offering is part of the iconic Lakso Farm, and describes a parcel, that is listed separately, but sold with an adjoining parcel. These parcels combined represent over 50% of the entire farm, which has been the homestead of the Brockway, Dibble and Lakso families of Branford for over 250 years. 185-201 Leetes Island Road, at 2.77 acres, is the perfect addition to the larger, adjacent parcel. Together, the properties are contiguous, encompass 34.3 acres, boast over 865 feet of Leetes Island Road frontage, and sit directly across from the Old Stone Barn and historic Farmhouse. Water and sewer available. Feasibility study, wetlands mapping, and surveys completed. Sale of this parcel is contingent upon the purchase of 137-153 Leetes Island Road concurrently.

Imagine the possibilities! Just under 60 acres of pristine land situated less than 2 miles from the artistic village of Stony Creek in Branford, Connecticut; offering a range of terrains perfect for numerous adventures. Imagine, a Farm to Table Restaurant, a Farmer's Market, a place to farm a variety of vegetables and fruits and maybe, a B&B situated in the 1855 Greek Revival Farmhouse? Or, maybe a vineyard that appreciates the organic soils? Today, the property is home to a true legend in the iconic "Lakso Farm" a.k.a. "The Old Stone Barn Farm of Stony Creek". Frozen in time and weathered, the iconic farmhouse and old stone barn stand like beacons for those making their way back to the shoreline and Thimble Islands after a long week in the city. The farmhouse itself is rich in history. Purchased in 1925 by a talented stone mason by trade and his wife, the fabulous Leetes Island Road location, just off of Interstate 95 at Exit 56, still provides a perfect quick on and off for residents and visitors on their way home or to visit the scenic shoreline.

This pristine acreage is perfect for any number of creative strategies. Imagine an elegant community of homes; or a farm to compliment a potential farm to table restaurant and farmers market across the street; not to mention located a mere 2 miles from the artistic village of Stony Creek. This listing describes a parcel, that is listed separately, but sold with an adjoining parcel. These parcels, combined, represent over 50% of the entire property, which has been the homestead of the Brockway, Dibble and Lakso families of Branford for over 250 years. These parcels, located off of Interstate 95 at Exit 56, and just a short 2 mile drive to the artistic village of Stony Creek in Branford, CT, the Thimble Islands, and Long Island Sound, provide a perfect, quick on and off for residents and visitors on their way home or to visit the scenic shoreline. Additionally, the land was bestowed the prestigious A.V.A. Designation, designating it as a Viticultural Area, perfectly suited for a Shoreline Vineyard or organic farm.

Discover the perfect canvas for your dream residence on this sprawling 2.09-acre canvas, boasting A2 approval with a survey on file. Situated adjacent to two arms of the Pisgah Brook/Saltonstall Preserve, this property assumes a crucial role in safeguarding the continuous open space from Lake Saltonstall in East Haven to North Branford, extending seamlessly to Northford Road. Ascend to the ridge summit for breathtaking views of Lidyhites Pond. Enter through the already established gated entrance, leading to a paved driveway with an easement to the interior home at #383, ensuring accessibility. Current enhancements include a paved road and underground electricity, laying the foundation for your envisioned haven. Zoned R-4, the building lot requirements mandate a minimum area of 20,000 square feet with a 125-foot minimum frontage. Setbacks are specified at 40 feet from the street, 50 feet from the rear, and 20 feet from the side. Discover the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience, merely 2.5 miles from Downtown Branford, 4 miles from the Town Beach, and a swift 12-minute drive to Tweet New Haven Airport and Yale. This property offers not just a home site but an opportunity to curate a lifestyle amidst nature, coupled with the ease of access to urban amenities. Unleash your creativity and build your bespoke retreat in this prime location where nature's beauty meets architectural possibility.

Stony Creek -Water view - Once in a Generation, an opportunity arises to acquire a large untouched high and dry property located in the Heart of the Historic Village of Stony Creek. The Gateway to the Thimble Islands, Home of Rogers Island. From the moment you enter this property you realize you've arrived at a very Special and Magical place. The property winds along a scenic trail which was part of the original shoreline railway as it continues through virgin forest with several passages leading to an array of different Vistas overlooking wildlife refuge areas, tidal ponds, unique rock outcroppings and distant enchanting views. This property offers several elevations, some could have views of the Thimble Islands. Ideal for possible Family Compound or Equestrian use. The opportunities here are endless. This property must be seen to truly understand its unique and special qualities.There is no current A 2 survey. No perk test. No drive By. Listing Agent must be on all showings. Property lines on photos are approximate. Convenient to Town, Restaurants, Shopping, Yale, Train, 75 miles NYC. A Truly Unique Offering..

Zoned Multi-Family / all utilities available / 9.73+/- acres / near High School, Downtown Branford, I-95, & Train station