LUXURIOUS LIFESTYLE as featured in boston.com! This impressive home offers a rare opportunity to own a sophisticated custom-built North Reading estate with a tale as captivating as its architecture grandeur designed to impress anyone who enters the doors. Designed and built by the builder/owner, no detail was forgotten. Grand architecture, masterfully designed craftmanship, and meticulous grounds define this sophisticated property sprawling over 10 acres of privacy on Boston's North Shore.  The total living area encompasses over 11k+ sq ft. including a main home and a thoughtfully designed 2004 addition. Together, they have multiple gourmet kitchens with high end appliances fit for chefs, 5+ bedrooms, 6 full bathrooms, 3 half baths, 4 family rooms & 4 fireplaces. Each area has soaring ceilings, radiant heated floors, oversized windows & much more. The main home includes 5 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, 1 half bath, multiple gourmet kitchens, 3 family rooms, designated home offices, exercise room, craft room, storage rooms, 4 car garage, workshop, and much more. Step inside the grand 2-story foyer of the main home & appreciate the finest imported finishes and custom millwork. The gourmet chef kitchen dazzles w/9' island, custom cabinetry & high-end appliances. Elegant living room & dining room w/detailed millwork and hand painted details. The main family room offers a beautiful stone fireplace, floor to ceiling windows, and multiple skylights.  Second level has luxurious primary suite, 2 walk-in closets, spa bath & balcony. Grand family room with gas fireplace, 3 additional & 4 baths complete this level. Lower level has entertainment area & storage.  The ~4K sq.ft. newer addition to the home was precisely designed to provide a fully self-contained area-decadent kitchen, living room, dining area & a lavish primary bedroom with luxurious bath, walk-in closet, and private balcony-ideal for use as an in-law, multi-generational living, au pair suite, or guest quarters. Both areas of the home enjoy access the private outdoor oasis featuring heated pool, cabana with half bath, stone patio, firepit, and fenced yard.  The estate provides luxury, privacy & unmatched living! Just 25 minutes north of Boston and minutes to Rte 93, 95 & commuter rail. So close to shopping, parks, library, Phillips Academy, beaches, etc. This home was built for a buyer who appreciates distinctive architectural details and a blueprint suitable for entertaining and comfortable everyday living