8 Allen Ridge Dr, Ellington, CT 06029

Gorgeous, unsurpassed, exceptional 2868 sq. ft. Santini-built, Colonial in desirable, Gasek Farms neighborhood. Residing on a lush, gradually-sloping, 0.85 acre, professionally landscaped parcel, this home has something for everyone. A welcoming front porch with Atrium windows prepares your guests for a 2-story foyer, refinished, oak and Brazilian-cherry hardwood, 9' ceilings with crown moldings, and tasteful French and 6-panel doors. A truly inspirational granite-and-stainless kitchen with maple cabinetry, tumbled onyx back splash, and center-island breakfast bar, connects to an open-design Family room with gas-log-insert fp and slider to large, welcoming Trex deck. A formal Dining room with tray ceiling and formal Living room provide the perfect backdrop for those more formal occasions! A second-floor Master suite with tray ceiling, walk-in, tiled master bath and an off-Master, balcony, sitting area, are joined by 2 additional, generously-sized, bedrooms, a 20'X18', cathedral-ceiling, bonus-room / 4th bedroom, and a dual-sink, common bath. A 12'X13', carpeted, lower-level, office could function as a 5th bedroom, while the adjacent, 20'X15', tiled, recreation room is graced with abundant recessed lighting, a porcelain-and-tile full bath, and a double-door, French door walkout to a truly distinctive, rear patio space! Winding pavers lead to a 16'x10' gazebo, a soothing water and soda fountain with huge entertainment space, and a field-stone inlay, salt-water, in-ground pool!