New Haven Register (Sunday) (New Haven, CT)
Flawlessly designed contemporary
Cheshire five-bedroom offers a pool, spa, master wing
An enveloping feeling of beauty and grace radiates from within the walls of this flawlessly designed contemporary residence, which is brimming with handcrafted builtins and luxurious high-end details.
The grand tour of this graciously appointed home begins with a stunning view of the truly breathtaking entrance foyer. The twostory entryway is highlighted by soaring ceilings which create a warm and welcoming ambience.
The living room gives off an elegantly stylish vibe and is accented by a marble fireplace and a slanted cathedral ceiling. The space is anchored by exquisite floor-to-ceiling built-ins and a dramatic chandelier.
The well-proportioned formal dining room leads into a gourmet kitchen equipped with high-end appliances. This gathering space showcases custom cabinetry, sleek granite countertops and an oversized center island.
The next stop on the first floor is a handsomely designed family and media room. This enviable gathering space includes a stone fireplace, custom cherry cabinetry and a state-of-the-art home theater.
An expansive gallery hall with towering windows and elegant custom cabinetry leads to the master wing. This area boasts a stunning library complete with intricate floor-to-ceiling built-ins.
The sumptuous master bedroom suite provides a peaceful respite from everyday life. This private haven includes a luxurious his-and-hers bathroom separated by a shared double shower, while large wardrobe closets surround a spacious dressing room.
“I love having a first floor master suite,” the home’s present owner commented. “It works for our family that the kids are upstairs on a separate wing.”
In addition, a second bedroom suite contains a full bath and could serve as a guest or au pair living quarters. A laundry room, full bath and powder room complete the first floor.
Upstairs, there are three bedrooms
with walk-in closets and spacious bathrooms. A glass enclosed walkway overlooks the patio area, which serves to bring the beauty of the outdoors into the indoor environment.
Meanwhile, the home’s lower level provides two finished rooms along with a half bath. This space provides the perfect setting for a playroom, gym or game room, the home’s current owner noted.
“This is a great house for a family, and yet the layout provides an ideal space for entertaining,” she remarked.
As one leisurely steps onto the outdoor patio, the generous exterior surroundings come into view. The serene setting includes a spa, heated swimming pool and a courtyard with a stone wall and built-in bench seating.
The residence is situated on nearly two professionally landscaped acres and showcases a lovely mix of specimen trees and plantings. Norwegian stone walkways and landscape lighting create a beautiful backdrop designed to seamlessly connect the house with its wooded surroundings.
The property itself is unique in the fact that it abuts both a cul-desac neighborhood and 10 acres of protected and wooded open space.
“Everything about the home makes life easy and enjoyable: lots of space, lots of light, modern and open design — so serene and private that we called it our ‘oasis,’” the present owner concluded. “We’ve created so many wonderful memories here.”