138 Toilsome Hill Rd, Fairfield, CT 06825

Rare opportunity to own a piece of history on one of Stratfield Village's most coveted streets. The character and craftsmanship in this peerless 1935 brick colonial, reminiscent of a bygone era, couldn't be replicated today. The flourish and detail of a bygone era is evident in the carved millwork, specialty marble, slate roof, 5 custom fireplaces and French doors. Well proportioned rooms are suited for both casual living, remote learning/work or elegant entertaining and include living room with fireplace, library, family/dining room with fireplace & Butler's pantry. The updated chef's kitchen features breakfast bar, granite counters, two sinks, Wolfe cooktop, warming drawer, double ovens, SubZero, Asko dishwasher, office area & French doors leading to deck/upper patio. The second level features 5 large bedrooms including master suite with fireplace, 4 additional bedrooms and two baths including au-pair accessed via back stairs. A huge walk-up attic plumbed and wired for heat/bath can be finished for additional living space. A finished, walk-out lower level with separate entrance features large recreation room with fireplace, home gym, full bath and mud room offers in-law apartment potential. Enjoy outdoor relaxation or entertainment on this oversized lot with vegetable and flower gardens, bluestone patios, abundant parking and room for pool. Storage galore and numerous updates. Convenient location near schools, transportation, golf, lake, beaches and shopping/restaurants.

Designed by noted architect Charles Wellington Walker, whose Guilded Age commissions include Bellarmine Hall at Fairfield University, The Chimney's in St Mary's by the Sea and the YMCA in Bridgeport, is finely crafted and built to last. This home exudes beauty and strength with flowing gardens and numerous porches/patios surrounding the house from which to enjoy flowing flower and vegetable gardens. Own your own private Eden!