165 Starr New Haven CT 06511 MLS #24061426

Rare opportunity to purchase a beautiful and unique custom post and beam home on a very private lot, located in-town, within walking distance of the historic Guilford Town Green, shops, and dining. Come down the driveway and you are transported to a country retreat but still have all the convenience of living in town. The front porch provides a comfortable place to sit and socialize. The floating cantilevered back deck is a perfect place to barbeque or just watch the sun set behind your private pond. The interior is a perfect combination of dramatic spaces and comfortable spaces with 1st floor living. Showings, by appointment only, to pre-qualified buyers. The fully fenced property features a front porch, a back deck with a retractable awning, mature gardens, patios, custom hardscaping, a custom shed for the 24KW whole-house automatic back-up generator, a garden shed, and tool shed. The first floor features custom finishes, an open floor plan for kitchen, dining, living, a custom fireplace, a spectacular 29 foot ceiling over the living area, and a wall of windows, with remotely operated blinds on the upper windows, offering a water view of the private pond. Off to one side of the open living area are a half bath and separate laundry room featuring a dog washing station. The laundry room is conveniently located just off the entrance foyer and garage entry. Off the other side of the open living area is the primary suite, which has a large walk-in closet with California