$4,500,000 Greenwich 5BR 8BA, When a person has a dream of creating a in Greenwich, Connecticut
When a person has a dream of creating a beautiful and unique home, and puts heart and soul into the planning and execution, hires the best architects, is inspired by Philip Johnson design, and uses the fine construction firm of Hobbs, the result can be truly splendid. The home, with an exterior of Swedish red granite, cut in Italy, and placed on the loveliest land imaginable, abutting the 8th hole of Greenwich Country Club, and landscaped by the skilled Bruce Zeller, is the culmination of that dream. Custom wrought iron automated gates open to a crushed stone driveway and beckons the visitor to enter this majestic home. An absolutely spectacular stone-floored foyer features a grand circular staircase, romantically lighted with tiny footlights. A welcoming reception area featuring a large wet bar with glass shelves, a step-down living room with a wood-burning fireplace with gas starter, all for today?s lifestyle. Also conveniently located off this center hall is a formal powder room, library replete with built-ins and access to the stone terrace by glass doors, a beautifully decorated bedroom with an en suite bath is perfect for an au-pair/guest suite. When planning a truly fabulous home, one always must consider the gathering spot for family and friends always starts with the kitchen, which has Allmilmo lacquered cabinets, the large expanse of sleek granite counters, and the latest and most efficient appliances. Conversations which start at the kitchen counter can continue on the family room sofas and end at the solarium dining room with views of the manicured lawns, specimen plantings and the golf course beyond. A short stroll on the terrace leads to an extraordinary 1,200 square foot granite and glass pool house. Here you will be awed by the high ceilings, skylights, 2 sets of French doors, a kitchenette and a full bath. The upstairs consists of family bedrooms, all with en suite baths, balconies to the outdoors and walk-in closets. The deluxe master suite has his and her baths. Hers boasts light marble, a Jacuzzi tub, radiant heat floor, a bidet and toilet, and a huge walk-in closet. His bath, in light and dark Emparador marble, is equally luxurious. This substantial yet livable masterpiece will satisfy that yearning. And the best part?.It?s only minutes from the center of our town and all it offers.
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