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historic Federal-style home, built by an American Revolutionary War soldier in 1811, is on the market for $5.49 million. The four-bedroom, 4½-bathroom residence, named the Eleazar Bulkley House after its original owner, sits on 0.67 acres in Southport, a tony area of Fairfield, Connecticut.

    The property has been a favorite among privacy-loving public figures, including Marlo Thomas and Jensen Ackles, who have lived nearby. Celebrity chef Ina Garten recently sold her home just down the street for $1.36 million.

    The current owners, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Bob Stanton and his wife Mandy, purchased the property in 2016 for $1 million and invested in extensive renovations by a team of top builders and designers. The result is a stunning home that seamlessly blends original features with modern elements.

    Original details include re-milled pine floors and chestnut beams, while the home also boasts a chef's kitchen, six fireplaces, and a floating staircase made from structural steel. Outside, there's a classic front porch, mature perennial gardens, and a generator.

    The sellers have lovingly maintained the property, which has won landscape architecture awards. A unique touch is the handwritten date "July 4, 1811" discovered on the roof rafters. The listing broker is Libby McKinney Tritschler of William Raveis Real Estate.