Estate Setting! This extraordinary & distinguished, custom-built home, is privately situated on 5+ acres in the foothills of CT, convenient to Yale, Quinnipiac, area universities, downtown New Haven amenities, major commuting routes, halfway between Boston and NYC. This remarkable home offers amenities galore; a “wow” at every turn. The main house layout is suited to multi-generational living, PLUS there is a separate Carriage House with endless possibilities (guest suite, au pair, caretaker, art/yoga studio, easily converts to horse barn)! A grand, portico entry & a "free-form" staircase grace the foyer. A great room w/ granite stone, floor-to-ceiling 2-sided fireplace & soaring ceiling takes your breath away. Sliders lead to an outstanding, 2-story solarium w/skylights & walls of glass. Enjoy cooking in a kitchen with center island & plenty of prep & storage space, which opens to a light, bright family rm. The wrap-around decks are accessible from almost every room, & overlook the beautiful pool. Retreat to your master suite w/ gas fireplace, walk-in closets, luxurious bath, loft & private rooftop terrace. Three bedrooms, 2 full baths complete the 2nd floor wing. The finished walk-out lower level is light & bright, w/ game room, dance floor, wet bar, fireplace & gym w/ hot tub. Heated garage space for 9 vehicles, underground utilities, separate septic systems & mechanicals, plus a whole house generator. The amenities & details are endless! For the discriminating Buyer!