Architect designed newer Dutch colonial situated on almost 4 acres in the estate area of South Cheshire. A beautiful walkway & charming front porch welcomes family & friends. Highlights include front & back staircases, expansive country kitchen w/beamed ceiling, center island, eating area & access to the brick patio & outdoor kitchen w/pizza oven. The family room boasts hardwood floors, massive stone FP, beamed ceiling, & access to the expansive patio with pond view. The mudroom & laundry are also on the main level. The living room has hardwood floors, fireplace & has access to the light filled music room or study. This area could easily be redesigned for a first-floor guest bedroom. The 4 second floor bedrooms have access to both staircases. There is also an unfinished second floor space which could be finished for additional use. The walk out lower level is perfect for a gym or game room. A magical setting to be enjoyed year-round, skate on the pond in winter, build your own horse corral, hike the Appalachian trail, or relax & enjoy the 40×20 saltwater pool, outdoor kitchen & enjoy a farm to table dinner in the spacious greenhouse in summer. Additionally there is a two year old architectural shingle roof, circular driveway, fenced dog coral, elaborate flower & vegetable gardens. A truly magical setting! Easy access to New Haven, Yale University, Quinnipiac, Choate Rosemary Hall & Hamden Hall. Yale, Hartford & Waterbury hospitals are a short commute!