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Historic CT Estate With Secret Speakeasy, Marilyn Monroe Ties Hits Market For $1.2M

A stunning 18th-century estate in Fairfield County is turning heads — not just for its impeccable restoration but for its hidden secrets and rumored ties to Marilyn Monroe.

The estate at 60 Taunton Hill Road in Newtown dates back to the founding of the United States. 

The estate at 60 Taunton Hill Road in Newtown dates back to the founding of the United States. 

Photo Credit: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Nicknamed Boxwood Farm, the home was originally built around 1765 but has been updated, renovated, and painstakingly restored over the years. 

Nicknamed Boxwood Farm, the home was originally built around 1765 but has been updated, renovated, and painstakingly restored over the years. 

Photo Credit: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
20th Century Fox studio boss Walter Hutchinson III once owned the home and would vacation there with some of the Golden Era of Hollywood's biggest stars. Marilyn Monroe is believed to have stopped in from time to time. 

20th Century Fox studio boss Walter Hutchinson III once owned the home and would vacation there with some of the Golden Era of Hollywood's biggest stars. Marilyn Monroe is believed to have stopped in from time to time. 

Photo Credit: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
The 2.5-acre estate recently went on the market for $1.16 million. 

The 2.5-acre estate recently went on the market for $1.16 million. 

Photo Credit: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
The underground bar became a speakeasy during Prohibition. 

The underground bar became a speakeasy during Prohibition. 

Photo Credit: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

Boxwood Farm, a circa 1765 home perched atop Taunton Hill, offers a rare blend of history and luxury. Set on 2.51 acres of stonewalled grounds, the property boasts original chestnut floors, multiple fireplaces, and sun-drenched living spaces that highlight its extraordinary craftsmanship.

Every detail has been restored, from its vintage fixtures to the hand-hewn beams. The living room, featuring double fireplaces and French doors leading to a screened-in porch, sets the tone for the home’s grandeur. The eat-in kitchen is equally impressive, featuring handmade cabinetry, Copenhagen countertops, Gaggenau appliances, and a La Cornue range.

But the home's underground taproom may be its most intriguing feature. With a copper ceiling, wrought-iron lights, and a solid maple bar, the space reportedly served as a Prohibition-era speakeasy — and, according to local lore, was once a favorite hideaway for Monroe.

The estate’s main level includes a private suite with a herringbone marble bath, while the upper floors house a sprawling primary suite, additional guest quarters, and a fully finished third level ideal for relaxation. Outside, a back porch and stone patio offer serene views of the park-like grounds.

One of Newtown’s most cherished properties, Boxwood Farm is a rare opportunity for those seeking history, elegance, and a touch of old Hollywood mystery — all within minutes of Main Street and just 75 miles from New York City.

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