True pride of ownership in this custom colonial set back privately through stone pillared entryway on 2.15 manicured acres with extensive stone walls, circular drive, specimen plantings, and 9.5 foot deep, free form heated pool. Over $450,000 of improvements including stunning 2007 primary suite addition with gas fireplace, luxe bath and dressing room; kitchen and all bathrooms remodeled; 2004 Nejame pool, fencing and stamped decking; extensive landscape and hardscape with irrigation in back; surround sound inside and out; plus custom designer lighting and fixtures. Total 5,748 square feet on 3 finished levels with 5 bedrooms, 4 full and 1 half bathrooms, and 3 fireplaces, plus additional 616 square feet in partially finished lower level workshop and storage area with built-in cabinetry and wine chiller. The heart of the home is the dramatic vaulted great room with floor to ceiling paneled fireplace, walls of windows, French door to the rear deck, plus wide open to the inviting custom kitchen featuring island with bar seating, walk-in pantry, and stainless steel appliances including gas range top and double wall ovens. Relax with family and friends in the spacious bonus room with hardwood floors and decorative coffered ceiling, or spread out in the expansive walk-out finished lower level, ideal for an in-law or guest suite, featuring family room with third fireplace, study and office area, plus private bedroom and new full bathroom (2020). Idyllic setting in scenic Redding, "The Vermont of Connecticut." Walk to Huntington State Park with over 1,000 acres of hiking and biking trails, and 5 ponds, convenient to schools, and only 66 miles to Midtown.