1040 Mount Carmel Ave, Hamden, CT 06518

Lovingly restored & maintained farmhouse in desirable neighborhood of upscale homes. This one-of-a-kind gem boasts 4 BR/2.5Baths in the 1973 sq. ft. main home plus an 876 sq. ft. guest house, horse stable, 2 car garage w/loft & workshop, gardens, brick walkways, stone walls, & 3 sheds on 4.51 rolling acres of stunning park-like grounds, zoned for horses. The owners have painstakingly renovated this home to reflect the period plus brought it into the future with grace. Restoration includes wide plank wood floors, wainscoting, latch door hardware, solid wood doors, 2 fireplacesa True New England Labor of Love! Tasteful upgrades to the beautiful country eat-in kitchen include custom cabinetry, newer appliances, & pantry. Direct access to DR, & FR w/gorgeous FP. The expansive LR has projection screen, built-in shelves, window seat area, stunning FP, plus access to back patio to enjoy beautiful sunsets while overlooking your private backyard. Ascend either of 2 staircases to the inviting 2nd floor graced by oversized MBR suite w/skylight, jacuzzi, & shower! Three addtl BRs, full bath, & laundry area complete the 2nd floor. The private sunlit guest house w/LR, BR, & bath boasts 3 skylights & provides ample living space for an in-law suite, rental apartment, or home office & is zoned w/town as a separate dwelling. Amenities include new oil furnace, water heater, roof, & oil tank,c-air. Property rear connects to Sleeping Giant State Park w/access to Blue Trail. Circular brick driveway offers plenty of parking. Front of property faces large open area featuring 2 ponds & waterfall. Riding lawn mower included. Guest house includes 2 addtl large rooms, no kitchen. Perfectly located minutes to Quinnipiac, RT10, I-91, I-95, and the Merritt. This amazing home melds old world charm, functionality, & the opportunity for rental or Airbnb income w/the guest house. Amenities include new oil furnace, water heater, roof, & oil tank plus central AC & 2nd laundry in basement. Heating main house-oil, guest house electric. There's a trail that starts behind the stable, goes behind the guest house, then turns right towards the park. 1,000 feet ahead of that is the entrance to the park where there's a marked horse trail that goes through the park. This property has it all!