8 Kent Road

This is the premier opportunity to own a one a kind home custom by notable builder Adamczyk on a half of acre of award-winning grounds by Craig Bergmann Deisgn & privately set on beloved Kent Road with only 10 homes. With the secret tow path at the end of Kent, Hubbard Woods Elementary, town & train are only minutes away creating the uniqueness of this special location. The stone gate entrance with graveled courtyard & permitter blue stone pathways highlight the beautiful peaks of slate roof, replicated lead glass arched windows, intricate brickwork w/copper downspouts & gutters. A 12 ft custom front door create an authentic English vision the instant felt you step inside to the formal entry with custom wrought iron railed staircase accented with a Ralph Lauren oversized lantern with view of the step down great room. 14 foot soaring ceilings, custom glass display cabinets painted in an earth tone Farrow & Ball color flank the stately limestone FP, and floor to ceiling windows naturally flood translucent light with the natural highlight of gardens in the background. Ideally positioned, cozy office is nestled off the great room outfitted in handsome custom built-ins, cathedral peaked ceiling and Mahogany trimmed FP w/white veined black marble & even a private entrance to the outside. Sultry dining room overlooks great room with de Gournay wall coverings.Christopher Peacock kitchen blends the best in design with soapstone countertops, Ann Sacks tumbled limestone backspalsh, clay colored Farrow & Ball cabinets and Holly Hunt matching lanterns. Huge island with prep sink and separate breakfast space with command center and French doors that lead to one of the many dining patios. Separate courtyard patio off kitchen as well ideal for cocktails leads to a perfected manicured square lawn accented with pear trees & nightscape lighting that majestically sets the stage for any outside event or spots game. Step down to the cozy family room, reminiscent of a countryside retreat, boasts stunning walnut woodwork, grand fireplace & pairs of French doors that beautifully embrace the bluestone patios with the vibrant blooms of the garden - a harmonious blend of indoor & outdoor living with even the sounds of the fountain trickling in the background. First floor large private laundry & 2 mudroom areas with custom cabinetry leads to 2.5 car attached garage. 2nd level with 5 generously appointed bedrooms all ensuite, including the hotel level primary suite with a walk-in closet with window seat & its own powder room. Continuing into the suite, a graceful hall leads you to the bedroom, with walk in custom closets & the luxurious primary with a soaking tub, separate shower & dual vanities. Primary sitting room off the bedroom a perfect place to relax & unwind with fireplace. Explore to the other 4 additional bedrooms as they are all unique with their own luxurious white marble private bath. Entertaining galore can be found on the lower level, large rec room, movie theatre, exposed brick wine room (that can be fully customized), work out room, full bath with steam shower and separate storage room. This home is a destination of beauty & privacy from inside to outside as the creative vision was a seemless English inspired mastery of art. Where else can you lounge in English gardens while kids play lacrosse on manicured flat green lawn outlined by pear trees and jump on their bikes through the tow path to Mcdonald's? Only at 8 Kent Road where sophisticated luxury meets real modern day family living!

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