A peaceful retreat with an artist studio amidst a bucolic 12+ mostly wooded acres, yet less than 15 minutes from downtown New Haven and walking distance to Sleeping Giant State Park. This historic property of brick construction with slate roof and blue stone patio provides a unique opportunity. Originally part of a 160 acre estate, the parcel sits up on top of a hill with great views, at the end of a 1/2 mile private driveway. The spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bath home has a flexible layout with an artist studio, in-law, or home office option. On the main floor there is a sizable and bright living/dining space with a Finnish soapstone Tulikivi wood burning stove. A glass door leads to an adjacent bluestone patio and brownstone terraces overlooking a 20'x40' in-ground pool. An L-shaped kitchen opens to a breakfast room with a large pantry and white marble floor. Also on the main floor, off the generous size entry hall, a private bedroom with a full bath is located. Attached to the main house is a spacious studio wing accessed by either a long corridor or separate entry. It is a large, open room with cathedral ceiling and built-ins, full bath and access to a small blue stone patio. Upstairs has three bedrooms and a full bath. The master bedroom has a small fireplace, a large dressing room and a walk-in closet. Additionally, there are two bedrooms with walk-in closets. Hardwood floors, tiled kitchen & white marble breakfast room. Owner/agent. * Highest and best offers by Wed. 5/4, 8pm*