Find the best of both privacy and long-range views on this quintessential farmette conveniently located in proximity to 222 and 78, but will feel like its own little world. Travel up the lengthy driveway, through your own woodlot, past one of three separate pastures and arrive at this classic home surrounded by 8.44 acres. Open the oversized 2-car garage, from where you will enter the large kitchen with granite countertops, massive island workspace and nearly all appliances updated within last 3 years, classic cabinetry by local craftsmen, and breakfast nook situated in front of glass sliding doors. A separate dining room, oversized family room and powder room make this the perfect space for hosting lively gatherings. A formal living room or office rounds out the first floor. Upstairs you will find double doors to find a relaxing primary suite, with his and hers walk-in closets and a spa-like bathroom with both a steam shower and jacuzzi tub. Two more generous bedrooms, both with large closets, another full bathroom and a large additional linen closet complete the upstairs. More living space can be found in the fully-finished basement, where the laundry with utility sink, additional bedroom with its own walk-in closet, a large rec-room, an additional walk-in closet and yet another full bathroom are located. But, what makes this property truly special is outside your doors - configured by lifelong horse owners, the barn and pastures were thoughtfully chosen for safety, horse health, convenience and cost savings, with frost-free water at the barn and prepped for electric service, horse-safe electric fencing, practical manure composting and pastures set up for 24/7 rotational grazing, not to mention the access to miles of public land riding right from your own farm. You'll spend evenings marveling at the truly magical sunsets over the mountains while you feed your animals. This productive acreage also boasts mature peach, pear, plum and apple trees and wild mulberries and raspberries are throughout in the woods, supporting abundant wildlife which you will see on your walks through the many trails. A separate detached shed is large enough to store your equipment and toys. When you're finished tending to your expansive domain for the day, relax on the large composite deck or gazebo with double swing next to the oversized, landscaped koi pond with fountain or watch the sunset from the front porch surrounded by flowering perennials.