A long, maple lined drive through open fields leads to this private and bucolic 256+/- acre estate. The stunning land is laced with stone walls, a pond, two streams, managed woodlands, and miles of trails. A newer home with the charm of a stately antique, the house was carefully crafted by Vermont Custom Builder Doug Gest and Designer Mark Head using antique brick, granite, and trim from the Mead House on Squam Lake. Interior details were carefully researched and recreated by local craftsmen. Reclaimed chestnut and maple flooring throughout the home was selected board by board by the owners. Each room in the house is generous in proportion and light. The 7 fireplaces grace all the main living spaces and the primary bedroom, which has two baths and two walk-in closets. 5 bedrooms in total, 5 and one-half baths, an office, 2 first floor porches, a wine cellar and laundry on the first and second floors. The eat-in kitchen is a bright, open space with a large fireplace, natural cherry cabinets, soapstone counter and a grand, tiger maple island. Top-of-the line appliances, two sinks, two refrigerator drawers, warming drawer and a butler's pantry with an additional sink, refrigerator, and Fisher & Paykel dishwasher drawers. A large mudroom is located off the attached 3-car garage. 245.8 acres are held in a conservation easement that allows for agricultural, equestrian and forestry uses. A 30 x 40 barn with a separate drive for access is located a short walk from the house.