Business & Finance
$2.1 Million Opening Bid for Glass‑Wrapped Waterfront Home in Branford
A waterfront property at 60 Island View Avenue in Branford’s Pine Orchard community has been listed for online auction by Tranzon Auction Properties, with bidding set to begin at $2.1 million and close on Thursday. The contemporary house sits directly on the shoreline, overlooking Long Island Sound and the Thimble Islands, and features extensive glass walls that allow views of the water from almost every room. The design includes a lighthouse‑inspired architectural element, a sweeping staircase, an open kitchen, several bedrooms, and spaces for entertaining. The upper floor houses a primary bedroom suite with a full wall of glass overlooking the Sound, a bathroom with heated marble floors, and a custom walk‑in closet. Three additional bedrooms are also present, one with a private bathroom, and an office that can be converted into a fourth or fifth bedroom. The main level contains an open kitchen with appliances, a butler’s pantry, and multiple wet bars, all positioned to maintain water views. The property offers direct waterfront access for kayaks, paddleboards, and sailboats. Pine Orchard is an established coastal neighborhood with winding roads, waterfront homes, and proximity to the Pine Orchard Yacht and Country Club, which provides golf, tennis, swimming, boating, and dining. The Thimble Islands lie offshore, while New Haven and Yale University are nearby. The auction includes a 10 % buyer’s premium, and the sale is subject to seller confirmation, meaning the highest bid does not automatically secure the purchase. Samantha Saturley Kelley, CEO of Tranzon Auction Properties, expressed enthusiasm for facilitating the sale of this “extraordinary luxury waterfront residence” that offers “refined architecture, expansive water views and a seamless connection to nature.”