212 Whitfield St, Guilford, CT 06437

This unique in-town home is set on a 3.7 acre private park, walking distance from the Guilford Green and close to the train station and the beach. Architecturally designed in 2006 to optimize the extraordinary grounds and private 1/2 acre pond, this 5-bedroom, 4-1/2 bath home is classic and elegant but with a completely contemporary interior offering every amenity. The large, sun-filled spaces with oversized windows and french doors flow effortlessly from one to another. The formal living room with wood-burning fireplace (piped for gas), overlooks the pond through a wall of windows and opens to the formal dining room for gracious entertaining. The top-of the-line chef's kitchen has a gas fireplace, 6-burner Viking cooktop, Subzero, Jenn-Air double ovens, breakfast bar, granite counters and built-in eating nook with bay window seating. All are complemented by a pantry closet and separate butler's pantry for additional storage. The charming family room is surrounded by windows to take full advantage of the views in three directions, and opens to an inviting screened-in porch. There is a full bath and study/office/guest room on the first floor as well. Upstairs on the second floor, are the master suite, two additional bedrooms with private and/or jack and jill baths, a bonus room and open study. The third floor offers two additional bedrooms and the basement has a finished recreation room. Never before offered for sale, this is a rare opportunity to own an in-town masterpiece!