LIFE BEYOND FIRST CLASS
ESTATES
A PRIVATE WORLD
Inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright and set on a private stretch
of North Cove, 20 Saltus Drive is a masterfully designed waterfront estate where modern architecture, panoramic river views, and resort level amenities come together in harmony
20 Saltus Drive, Old Saybrook, Connecticut
$9,850,000
KATHERINE GANNON
Set along the tranquil edge of North Cove, where the Connecticut River widens and the water seems to breathe with the tide, 20 Saltus Drive stands as a modern waterfront tour de force. It is an estate where architecture, landscape, and light are composed with rare precision. Inspired by the organic principles of Frank Lloyd Wright, this extraordinary residence is sited on a private 1.6-acre waterfront parcel, capturing panoramic water views from nearly every room and delivering a lifestyle defined by serenity, scale, and seamless indoor and outdoor living.
From the moment of arrival, the home announces itself as something exceptional. Clean horizontal lines, natural stone, and expansive glass echo the surrounding shoreline, while the approach unfolds toward uninterrupted views of the river beyond. Inside, the great room, measuring an impressive 30 by 40 feet, anchors the home with soaring ceilings, a dramatic double sided stone fireplace, and a commanding wall of glass that dissolves the boundary between interior and horizon. The effect is cinematic yet calming, a space equally suited to grand entertainment and quiet contemplation.
Glass pocket doors open effortlessly to the dining room, which flow into a chef caliber kitchen designed to satisfy the most discerning tastes. Here, generous counter seating and a central table encourage gathering, while curated materials and professional grade finish elevating everyday living into something far more refined. This main level also features a dedicated home theater with an oversized screen exceeding eight feet, offering a private cinematic escape within the home.
Throughout the residence, all five bedrooms are en-suite, each conceived as a private retreat. Four of the suites include separate sitting rooms, enhancing both comfort and flexibility for family and guests. Movement through the home is as elegant as it is intuitive. One can ascend to the second level either by private elevator or via a striking marine-grade stainless steel floating staircase, a sculptural element that reinforces the home’s modernist ethos.
The upper level unfolds into two additional bedroom suites on one wing, while the opposite side is devoted entirely to the palatial primary suite. This owner’s sanctuary includes a fireplace equipped bedroom, an expansive bath with soaking tub and shower, walk in closets, a private laundry, office, and sitting room. Each of these suites opens to private water view decks, offering front row seats to sunrise, sunset, and the ever-changing rhythm of the river.
Outdoors, the estate becomes a resort caliber retreat. A sweeping 3,500 square foot red granite terrace frames the water’s edge, complemented by a heated saltwater swimming pool and a fully outfitted pool house complete with kitchen, bath, and seating for ten. It is ideal for long summer afternoons that stretch effortlessly into evening. The deepwater dock, equipped with two boat lifts capable of supporting 16 and 24 tons, underscores the property’s appeal to serious yachting enthusiasts.
Despite its privacy and scale, 20 Saltus Drive is moments from the heart of Old Saybrook. A short walk leads to the town’s restaurants, boutiques, and the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, offering culture and community whenever desired, though the temptation to remain within this waterfront sanctuary is strong. An attached four car garage and parking for up to 15 vehicles complete the estate’s thoughtful amenities.
At once bold and serene, architectural and inviting, 20 Saltus Drive represents a rare convergence of modern design and timeless waterfront living. It is an estate crafted for those who seek beauty, privacy, and an uncompromising connection to the water.
20 Saltus Drive, Old Saybrook, Connecticut is offered at $9,850,000.
For more information or to schedule a private viewing:
The Margaret Muir Team
William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty
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