36 Old South Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT 06877

Exceptional custom built Sturges shingle style colonial set back privately on stunning level 3.38 acres with scenic pond for skating/kayaking, in most sought after southwest location, just moments to the NY border. Impressive from first glimpse with circular drive, wrap around front porch, and extensive professional landscaping with flowering perennial gardens and orchard with blackberries, raspberries, plus apple, pear, and nectarine trees. Custom built for the current owners with impeccable attention to detail inside/out plus significant continuous improvements including new Pella windows (2013), HVAC (2016), top of the line true cook's kitchen and custom pantry (2016), roof replacement, driveway, lighting, walkways, patio, irrigation, and more. Total 5,219 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 4/1 baths, 5 fireplaces, plus custm millwork, moldings, and wainscot. The inviting 2 story foyer leads to spacious living room with fireplace and adjoining library/office with connecting wet bar/pantry and 2nd fireplace; generously sized dining room for large gatherings; and the heart of this gracious home - the expansive chef's kitchen open to the family room, drenched in natural light with wall of windows, picturesque pond views, and 3rd fireplace. Step down from the family room to the walk-out lower level with second glass walled family room/den featuring 4th fireplace and adjoining stone patio. Luxurious master bedroom suite with 5th fireplace, custom closets, and spa-like bath; plus all additional ensuite bedrooms. Top location, just 10 miles to the Katonah station.