About this home

What began as the restoration of sea captain Ward Bulkley 1834 home became something far more extraordinary. The years-long transformation of 298 Harbor Road, recently featured in Architectural Digest, brought together architect JP Franzen and Moore House Design to carefully preserve and reimagine nearly two centuries of history. No detail was too small and no opportunity to honor the original home overlooked. The result preserves the character and craftsmanship of another era while creating a home that, for all its beauty and pedigree, is remarkably comfortable, inviting and meant to be lived in. Generations of additions were reconsidered and unified; original pine floors preserved; millwork expanded; and Venetian plaster, reclaimed stone and artisan finishes introduced with extraordinary attention to craft. A spectacular vaulted kitchen centered around an 11-foot island exemplifies how seamlessly historic architecture and modern living were brought together. Behind the wood-paneled staircase, a hidden speakeasy offers an unexpected nod to another era-one of the many details that makes this home so intriguing. The home offers 5 bedrooms, 5 full and 2 half baths, with the rare flexibility of a first- or second-floor primary suite. Set on .8 acres with seasonal water views, a pool and spa, and outdoor sauna, 298 Harbor Road achieves something exceedingly rare: a remarkable convergence of history, exceptional design and modern luxury in the heart of Southport Village. Outdoor shower is inoperable

Facts and features

Schools

• Mill Hill School

  elementary · K-5 · 0.6 mi

  8

• Fairfield Ludlowe High School

  high · 9-12 · 1.1 mi

  9

• Roger Ludlowe Middle School

  middle · 6-8 · 1.2 mi

  8

• Giant Steps Connecticut

  elementary · K-12 · 0.3 mi

• The Southport School

  elementary · 2-8 · 0.4 mi

• St Thomas Aquinas Elementary School

  elementary · K-8 · 0.9 mi

Price history

• Aug 20, 2026 · Listed$5,995,000
• Aug 6, 2021 · Sold$2,998,000
• Sep 27, 2019 · Listing Removed—
• Jul 18, 2019 · Listed For Rent$10,000
• Dec 29, 2014 · Listing Removed$10,000
• Jul 30, 2014 · Price Changed For Rent$10,000
• Jun 4, 2014 · Listed For Rent$12,000
• Jun 25, 2012 · Listing Removed$10,000

Tax history

• 2026$72,165 tax · $3,760,548 assessed
• 2023$46,088 tax · $1,675,310 assessed
• 2022$45,635 tax · $1,675,310 assessed
• 2021$45,200 tax · $1,675,310 assessed
• 2020$51,404 tax · $1,918,770 assessed
• 2019$51,404 tax · $1,918,770 assessed
• 2018$50,579 tax · $1,918,770 assessed
• 2017$49,543 tax · $1,918,770 assessed

Home value

$5,935,000

• Collateral Analytics$5,935,000
• Quantarium$5,855,339
• Cotality$5,980,800

Where it is