12 Chestnut Hill Rd, Sherman, CT 06784

Comfort, charm, beauty and quality craftsmanship all in abundance at this custom built 4 BR/3.5 Bath Contemporary Colonial at the top of Chestnut Hill. Located in the Orchard Rest Candlewood Lake community, the home offers private beach access plus a private dock available for rent or purchase. Wood beams, richly paneled wainscoting, wide plank flooring, oversized stone fireplace and beautiful professional landscaping are just several of the many fine features showcased here. The chef's kitchen features signature appliances, including a Viking propane range, Sub-Zero refrigerator and stainless steel farmhouse sink, plus offers an adjoining butlers pantry. The warm family room is accented with a tongue in groove vaulted wood ceiling, while a separate dining room, living room and music room give the home plenty of areas in which to enjoy and entertain. The main level music room can easily be converted into a main level master, if desired.  The upper level master bedroom suite has an adjoining sitting room, office and balcony while all other bedrooms have direct access to a full bath. Each of the bedrooms features a vaulted ceiling for an open, airy and comfortable atmosphere.The gardens at the home were professionally landscaped by Spring Lake Garden Design and boasts a pea gravel perennial garden that greets all visitors upon arrival. A front bluestone patio, a rear deck and a level lawn are several of the outdoor entertainment areas that are perfect vantage points from which to view and enjoy the surrounding country setting.Pristine and gracious inside and out and perfect as a full-time home or as a country weekender, this beautiful home is located just 90 minutes from Manhattan and 10 minutes from NYC trains.