Private Island Getaway in Branford Sells for $4.2 Million
September 14, 2020 – Page Taft-Christie's International Real Estate's Madison office, located at 724 Boston Post Road, announces the sale of 0 Potato Island in Branford, CT, for $4,200,000. According to data from the Connecticut Multiple Listing Service (CTMLS), this is the highest value sale of 2020 in Branford and the second highest throughout New Haven County. The property, which closed on September 8, was listed by John Campbell of Page Taft-Christie's International Real Estate's Madison office. Campbell is one of 100 agents inducted internationally into CHRISTIE'S elite Masters Circle.
The luxurious 3,781 square foot home, which is located on a private island, features four bedrooms, three full and one half bathrooms, a heated gunite pool and custom granite Jacuzzi, boat facilities and a deep water dock, a wrap-around porch and 360-degree water views. This incredible, private property can be accessed via a two-minute boat ride from the artistic shores of Stony Creek [in Branford] and is located just 85 miles from New York City and 135 miles from Boston.
"When it comes to privacy and comfort, this property and its magnificent location exceed all expectations," said listing agent John Campbell. "It's not very often that a property of this caliber, let alone one on a private island, hits the open market. Between its breathtaking, 360 degree water views, top-notch amenities and proximity to the Northeast's two major metropolitan areas, the island truly is what many would consider to be a 'dream home. This was an amazing collaboration between wonderful owners, Page Taft, The Randall Family of Companies and the international exposure provided by our partners at CHRISTIES International Real Estate. We look forward to successfully closing similar challenges throughout the next year."
Last year, the property was selected as a finalist in the "Waterfront Homes" category of HGTV's Ultimate House Hunt 2019. The Ultimate House Hunt is a month-long online promotion held each year on HGTV.com, featuring extraordinary homes for sale in eight categories: Amazing Kitchens, Big City Digs, Countryside Retreats, Curb Appeal, Homes with a History, Modern Masterpieces, Outdoor Escapes and Waterfront Homes.
About Page Taft-Christie's International Real Estate and The Randall Family of Companies: Page Taft-Christie's International Real Estate, with offices along the Eastern Connecticut Shoreline and the Connecticut River Valley, specializes in the marketing and sale of waterfront, village and luxury homes. With a 98% client satisfaction rating, it is a division of The Randall Family of Companies, which ranks among the top real estate firms in the United States. Named twice as one of Inc. Magazine's Fastest Growing Companies in the U.S., it is a RIS Media Power Broker and a Real Trends Top 500 Real Estate Company with over $8 billion in sales in the past six years.
The Randall Family of Companies maintains 34 offices with more than 630 agents. Along with Page Taft, the company includes Kinlin Grover Real Estate on Cape Cod and coastal Massachusetts, and Randall, Realtors in Rhode Island. In addition, the company operates highly successful vacation rental, relocation and commercial divisions, including Pequot Commercial in southeastern Connecticut.
The Randall Family of Companies is a member of the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World and Luxury Portfolio International. For more information visit www.randallfamilyofcompanies.com.