2 Nutmeg Lane

Stunning distant views from this Architect designed home at the crest of a Ridgeline only 75 mins from NYC. Unusually, the house is discretely nestled into the landscape, creating an intimate feeling despite the extraordinary commanding views. Open plan living area comprises a well appointed Chef’s kitchen with 6 burner cooktop, Miele & Subzero appliances, granite countertops, bespoke cabinetry and a butlers pantry off the dining room. The living room has an entire wall of windows which intentionally capture the sun from dawn to dusk. The light in this room can truly be appreciated at any time of the day. By night the wood burning stone fireplace makes this impressive room feel warm and cozy. Hardwood oak floors throughout, a further entertaining room also features a stone fireplace & leads to two bedrooms which share a full bath. The primary bedroom suite occupies the upper level, thoughtfully separated from the entertaining areas. Commanding distant views from the private balcony, there is also a wood burning fireplace together with several built-ins in the bedroom, a separate walk-in closet & spacious bathroom with double vanity, marble countertops, walk-in shower, jacuzzi tub, stylish gray slate floor & a deck with stairs leading to the yard. Two guest bedrooms share a full bath on a separate upper level. The screened-in porch features a vaulted ceiling & is generously proportioned for entertaining, leading to a large bluestone patio perfect for dining alfresco.  Plentiful mature plantings and flowers throughout the landscaped lawns, as well as cutting gardens, blueberry bushes and a playhouse! A propane heated English Bank Barn provides drive-in access for 2 cars on both levels & has further attic space. One level is currently laid out as a workshop with strengthened hardwood flooring. 20+ acres comprising 2 lots, abutting conservancy land for further provacy with the possibility of building another home or creating gifting opportunities to land trust/conservancy. Close to CT Audobon society at Deer Pond Farm. Low Sherman taxes and 40KW generator.