This extraordinary brick residence offers one floor living steps from Gillette Castle, Connecticut River and world class golf. A timeless exterior opens to an impressive, contemporary layout. Welcome to the 35' gallery with barrel vaulted ceiling. A wall of glass overlooking the grounds. Exceptional finish is found throughout this builder's-own home. A professional, center-island kitchen features Subzero/Viking/Wolf. Furniture-quality cabinetry includes a butler's pantry/dry bar servicing the kitchen and fireplaced dining room. Built-ins and a fireplace add character to the great room. The living room has a third fireplace and everywhere French doors afford access to the surrounding hardscape. A first floor primary suite offers tremendous space. A second BR/office and full bath are adjacent. Located privately upstairs, are two bedrooms, full bath and a sitting area. Completing the first floor- a mudroom, half bath, office and utility/room. A massive full basement offers home theatre, fitness and finish possibilities. Outside, two bluestone patios and chimney with integral fireplace overlook stunning, irrigated grounds. The shell of the original camp with stone fireplace remains, it's next life as a studio/guest quarters left to the next owner's imagination. There are two garden sheds. Three NEW AC units and air handlers being installed April. A whole house generator offers piece of mind. Truly one of the most impressive homes in the lower CT River Valley. Simply stunning.