This magnificent custom-designed Colonial is a testament to timeless elegance & superior craftsmanship, featuring a stately stone facade that exudes curb appeal. The property offers unparalleled privacy on 2.5 beautifully manicured acres reminiscent of a fine country estate. 2 adjacent, buildable lots for a total of 7+ acres are included in this purchase. The grand foyer, w/ its soaring ceilings & marble floors, sets the tone for the rest of the home. To the left, a formal LR w/ a marble fireplace, while the elegant DR is on the right. The heart of this home is the spacious, sunlit kitchen w/ high-end SS appliances, custom cabinetry, & a large island w/ granite countertops. The adjoining breakfast nook, surrounded by panoramic windows, offers serene views of the grounds. A sunken family rm, complete w/double-sided fireplace & French doors leading to a beautiful stone patio. Ascend the sweeping staircase to the upper level, where you'll find the primary suite featuring a spacious bedrm, a dressing rm w/ a tucked away office, a spa-like bathrm w/ steam shower & a soaking tub & dual vanities. 3 add'l en-suite bedrms, a laundry rm & a bonus rm serving as a 5th bedrm complete the UL. The finished LL offers 1,092 sqft of versatile space that can be customized to suit your needs, currently used as a gym, play rm and media rm. The home includes a 3 cars garage & ample storage, a whole house generator, updated mechanics, new septic & well tanks. Close to WH & Uconn Med Ct.