144 Downs Rd, Bethany, CT 06524

Exceptional opportunity to own this wonderful custom built colonial nestled in a bucolic 3.22 acre site which is surrounded mostly by protected water company property. This 3-4 bedroom home offers great flexible space, beautiful hardwood flooring along with custom trim, millwork and built-ins. It features: a custom kitchen with a granite center island and abundant cabinet space; a large family room off the kitchen with a fireplace and access to a private deck; a sunken living with a stunning bow window, fireplace and separate wet bar; a side mudroom which leads to a main level office/recreation room; a first floor powder room; a spacious master bedroom with fireplace, a large walk-in closet and private bath; 2 additional bedrooms, one with a fireplace and access to two separate rooms (which can be used as a fourth bedroom). The grounds have plenty of area for recreational amenity and offer seasonal views of West Rock Ridge. Other features include a two car garage with an attached porch and a new septic system in 2015! A little TLC will make this glorious house shine again! Award winning school district and convenient access to Yale, downtown New Haven, Routes 15, 8, I-84 and I-91.