New Study shows New Canaan making effors for Seniors to stay in New Canaan.

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Prime Real Estate in Kennebunkport, Maine. The home of George Bush Sr

We recently took a trip to the coast of Maine. Along the way we came across this property but I don't think it is for sale. We also ate a lot of these guys.

Gelato in New Canaan. The New York Times Likes It

NYTimes.com

New Canaan

Seasonably Cold By CHRISTOPHER BROOKS
Published: July 7, 2010

The pastel interior at Gelatissimo — Key lime walls, mango yellow countertop, papaya-colored tables — complements the colorful gelati in its freezer case: a large range of sumptuous flavors that Nuccia Mazzoneggo has been offering her customers in New Canaan for the past five years. Out of a rotating list of about 60, up to 22 flavors are available at a given time (from $3.75 to $6.25 a serving, depending on size). All are made on the premises by Ms. Mazzoneggo in batches no larger than a gallon and a half.
Ms. Mazzoneggo, who, with her husband, Andrea, owns the shop, was born in Italy, where she learned to make gelati from her father-in-law. The handmade quality is evident in the swirled, asymmetrical mounds packed into the cooler’s rectangular bins. It is even more apparent in their velvety smooth texture and vibrantly fresh taste.

The most popular flavors — mint-chocolate chip, a very intense chocolate, and chocolate hazelnut candy — are available most of the time. Others, like watermelon (made from fresh fruit), dulce de leche and a dairy-free passion fruit sorbet, appear seasonally, with a fig-based gelato to debut soon. A recent rosemary gelato was smooth and creamy, with pleasingly piney overtones, while pistachio, made from nuts imported from Sicily, was flat-out one of the best around, without a hint of the almond extract used by so many ice cream producers.

Gelatissimo also offers made-to-order crepes, filled with Nutella and topped with gelato, fresh strawberries and chocolate sauce ($6.25). Custom-made gelato cakes are available, too ($45 to $62, depending on size).

Gelatissimo, 26 Forest Street, New Canaan; (203) 966-5000. Summer hours are Monday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. No credit cards accepted.

Chef Luis Restaurant in New Canaan

For the best dinner in New Canaan, try Chef Luis located at 129 Elm St.  The dishes are so fresh, unique and flavorful and I had the best bucatini since I had bucatini all'amatriciana in Rome and the desserts are wonderful.  Chef Luis is definately worth it.

New Canaan's Family Fourth Celebration

About 5000 people attended this event. The hot weather got better as the evening went on and the fireworks show was outstanding.  Happy 4th.

24 Acres of Pristine Land for sale for the first time in New Canaan, Ct

Build your own compound on this unspoiled land or develop your own equestrian retreat.  The possibilities are endless. Priced at $11,500,000 there is nothing on the market to compare this to.

Fourth of July in New Canaan. Hiking one of the most beautifully natural spots in New Canaan and Wilton. Happy 4th.

I have just listed this incredible 24 acres of land in New Canaan, which adjoins another 100 acres in Wilton. It is naturally beautiful, pristine, private and secluded. The listed price is $11,500,000 and it would make an incredible compound or equestrian estate.

One of the simple but great things about New Canaan.

The pool at The New Canaan YMCA is my favorite place to go in the morning to swim laps. The water is warm, it is quiet, there is no internet or TV and it is not crowded. You can actually hear yourself think. The Y offers many things of benefit for people of all ages. Check it out   http://www.newcanaanymca.org/

Wall St Journal. May Home Sales Skyrocket in Connecticut

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2nd Quarters Numbers are in for New Canaan

Mixed Results (Residential Only)

2010
Average Selling Price  $1,677,032 (Drop of 6%)
Days on Market          218
List to Sell Ratio          93%
Number of Closings     81(Increase of 39%)

2009
Average Selling Price  $1778,610
Days on Market          210
List to Sell Ratio          93%
Number of Closings     50

The good news is that there is real activity with a large increase of sales over last year and an additional 51 pending contracts which will shortly be closed sales. However, prices continued to decline another 6% over this first half of 2010, indicating less stabiltiy before growth. Call me to discuss

JUST ACQUIRED. BANK OWNED PROPERTY.2 OAKWOOD LANE, WESTPORT, CT

Just listed today and what a buy for the saavy buyer. Originally listed for 2.2 million, this bank has slashed the price to $1,399,000.  Over 7000 sq ft on new construction with finished 3 levels and 3 car garage. Corner 1 acre lot in Westport.  Call me with questions about this property.

Grand Opening 115 River St $599,000 Adorable Colonial Open House in New Canaan Sunday June 27 2-4pm

Adorable, fresh and move in, this up to date Colonial is priced below market and is perfect as a starter home or a condo alternative. Situated on a quiet corner lot with lovely new landscaping, this home is a find.
Stop by on Sunday and take a look.