The home has undeniable curb appeal . Located in a highly desirable neighborhood, this extremely attractive contemporary colonial is enhanced by landscaping that features mature, manicured plantings and a gracefully curved paver walkway that connects the driveway to the front door. After stepping inside the home at 47 Steele Farm Drive in Manchester, guests cannot help but be impressed by the two-story entry.
It boasts an abundance of natural light, even on an overcast day, thanks to glass panes that surround the doorway and a large arched window at the second floor level. An open stairway that leads to the second floor, an angled hallway that goes to the kitchen and family room, and views into the formal parlor heighten visual interest. “It really is magnificent,” said Sacha Armstrong-Crockett of William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty , the listing agent.
The formal parlor is on the left and is open to the formal dining room. Crown molding and hardwood flooring flow smoothly from the parlor to the dining room with the boundary between them defined by columns. These delineate the two spaces without blocking the view between the two rooms, or diminishing the sense of space.
The eat-in kitchen has direct access to the dining room and is open to a spectacular family room. This area will undoubtedly become the center of activity for day-to-day activities as well as entertaining larger gatherings. There is ample space for several cooks to work simultaneously, and the countertops, which are poured epoxy, glisten.
Their subtle marbling contrasts nicely with the full array of matching black stainless steel appliances and the hardwood floor. The counter features an overhang that allows for seating three people while numerous recessed lights keep things bright after sunset. Just beyond the kitchen counter is space for informal dining and a sliding glass door that provides access to the Trex composite deck, which overlooks a beautiful, and thanks to mature plantings and trees, private backyard.
It is the family room, however, that will garner the most attention. It is set off by Brazilian hardwood flooring that is stunningly beautiful, while its vaulted roofline soars to the second floor. An opening to the second floor hallway creates drama, while the natural gas fireplace adds warmth on a cold day.
The kitchen also accesses a pantry and a mudroom with a closet for storage. It opens to the oversized two-car garage while the hallway has doors leading to a half bath and the fully finished walk-out lower level. William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty After stepping inside the home at 47 Steele Farm Drive in Manchester, guests cannot help but be impressed by the two-story entry.
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It is multipurpose, Armstrong-Crockett said. It could be a den or home office, a library, or a fifth bedroom. “The closet in the mudroom is right next to the half bath, which could be made into a full bath by converting the closet to a shower,” she said.
That closet could also be turned into a first floor laundry room, she added. The current laundry room holds a full-size washer and separate dryer and is on the second floor. Upstairs there are four bedrooms.
The highlight is the luxurious primary suite. It is large, has a dramatically deep tray ceiling with a ceiling fan, and access to a spacious and luxurious primary bath, which features a large jetted tub, a dual sink vanity, and a recently redone oversized tile shower stall with large hexagonal tiles that are unique. The back wall of the shower includes a small alcove, decorated with smaller hexagonal tiles, that is perfect for holding soaps and shampoos.
Barn door style glass shower doors complete the installation. This primary bath also features a separate room for the toilet, a generously sized linen closet, and entry to a large walk-in closet. The other three bedrooms on the second floor are roomy, have good closet space and share a full bath.
Two of the bedrooms have direct access to this bath while the third bedroom’s occupant enters the bathroom using a hall doorway. Two of the bedrooms have ceilings that follow the rooflines, which adds to their visual appeal. The fully finished walk-out lower level takes full advantage of a slope in the lot.
It has a doorway to a rear patio, which is shaded during the summer by the deck off the kitchen. A large window that lets in ample natural light easily banishes any feeling that this part of the home, with its gas fireplace and ample room for a home gym, hobby area, or other family activities, is in the basement. Barn doors open to a large home theater with a shallow alcove at the far end of the room for a large flat screen TV or a screen for a projector based entertainment system.
In addition, the lower level has unfinished space for the home’s mechanical systems, including a water purification unit, and storage. Sacha Armstrong-Crockett noted that the home really is in “move-in” condition. “The floors were just refinished, the carpet was replaced four months ago and the interior has been completely repainted.
” The home also comes with central air conditioning and an irrigation system. Adding to its appeal is the location. It is in an exceptional neighborhood surrounded by rolling hills.
It feels nicely separated from the hustle and bustle of daily life, yet it is close to I-84 and numerous shopping areas and services. It represents an exceptional opportunity for a savvy buyer. Info Box: Built: 2006 Price: $640,000 Style: Contemporary Colonial Rooms: 9 Bedrooms: 4, with a 5th bedroom possible Baths: 2.
5 Square footage: 3,699 Acreage: 0.41 Mill rate: 38.68 Best Feature: The layout, which is welcoming and features open spaces that are perfect for entertaining.
Yet, it also includes rooms that are private and intimate. These are ideal for entertaining smaller groups or curling up with a good book. Contact: Sacha Armstrong-Crockett, (860) 538-7778 William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty sacrockett@wpsir.
com.
