Set gracefully along the ridgeline on the east side of the Farmington River, this distinguished Simsbury estate is a rare blend of privacy, & elegance. Built in 1939 by a prominent local figure & long known as a gathering place for refined society galas, the home reflects an era when craftsmanship & enduring quality defined luxury & constructed with a cement tier between each floor, standing as a testament to fine design & lasting strength. Approach a winding drive that opens to a circular motor court, the residence offers seclusion & a sense of arrival. Enter a gracious foyer w/classic black & white flooring & turned staircase that sets the tone for the home's refined interiors. The living rm is enchanting, w/French doors, bowed floor-to-ceiling window framing the landscape, stately FP, & built-ins. A handsome study offers its own FP & opens to a sun-drenched porch w/barrel ceiling & views of the grounds. The south wing provides privacy w/a den, guest bedrm, & bath. Designed for intimate gatherings, the home boasts an elegant dining rm w/floor-to-ceiling windows & walk-in bar sure to delight guests. The kitchen is a statement in luxury, outfitted w/Gaggenau, Wolf & Subzero appliances & cath dining area w/FP. A dramatic fam rm has rustic beams & FP. The 2nd flr has a primary bdrm w/FP & updated marble bth, 2 more bdrms & Jack & Jill bth & back stairs. Carriage barn apartment has 5 car storage and is ideal for multi gen living w/apartment & Juliet balcony. A rare opportunity!
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Make OfferKatie French, Coldwell Banker Realty
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