Escape to a private, peaceful, sprawling retreat on a quiet country no through road. This stylish one level house with a flowing floor plan incorporates a two car garage and is nestled on 7.3 rambling open acres with a pond and a newly restored lake cabin. The gracious interior with abundant natural light includes an open kitchen to dining area with a wood burning stove. A vaulted living room with a large fireplace and enclosed patio and a large adjacent library/ family room with views all offering ample room for entertaining. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms including a large primary bedroom with a sitting area. All bedrooms have views of the grounds and specimen trees. A finished enclosed entry houses the workout area and laundry. All of this with the convenience luxury of one story living. A rare find just five minutes from downtown Bantam encompassing a supermarket, movie theater, coffee shop and restaurants (Arethusa Farm amongst others). Five minutes more to Fabulous Litchfield with the new Abner Hotel for rooftop drinks and the soon to open Belden Bathhouse. Mt. Tom Park, for lake swimming and hiking is also around the corner. Ten minutes from the Washington Montessori and The Gunn School. Potential two lots approved by the Wetland Department.