Elegant and sophisticated, this 3BD/2.5BTH colonial circa 1829 features a gourmet kitchen with custom cherry wood cabinetry, Viking Gas Range w/ double ovens, oversize island, walk-in pantry, coffee alcove, formal dining room with built-ins, den with custom cabinetry and a dry bar, living room overlooking the street, five fireplaces, and an all-seasons porch. Finely detailed crown molding and hardwood floors sweep throughout the home. Upstairs, the master bedroom overlooks the gardens and an en-suite master bath features a walk-in granite shower + Jacuzzi Whirpool tub. A formal dressing room with exposed floor to ceiling custom closets completes the master suite. The spacious guest room features a fireplace, large windows and en-suite bath. The walk-up Attic is fully finished, heated and is the perfect home office. Outside, the property features lush and meticulously landscaped gardens that serve to enclose and enhance multiple terraces from sweeping, blue stone patios to the elegant and richly vibrant, tiered Pau Lope Deck. Additional features include a hot tub, cedar-lined outbuilding, 2 car garage, exercise room, basement, garden shed, off street parking, sonos sound system, security system, and more. Nestled in East Haddam's historic district, a short walk to the Goodspeed Opera House, dining, and the Connecticut river, this truly one-of-a-kind home is turn key ready and features astounding attention to detail and a central location. A true masterpiece to be enjoyed!