17 Bristol Town RoadSouthbury, CT 06488MLS Number 170622400

Stunning oasis of serenity! The Japhet Curtiss House, built in 1835 & listed on the National Historic Registry, is calling you. The charm of yesteryear abounds in this classic 3 BR/2 Bath New England Colonial, set on sprawling 3.65 acres, less than 1.5 hours from NYC & close to Hartford, New Haven & Litchfield County. This historic home retains original features: wide plank floors, antique molding, 2 FPs, & original beehive oven. Cozy up in the library w/wood-burning stove. Relax in the bright LR/DR w/floor to ceiling bay window & abundant entertaining space. Enjoy traditional eat-in kitchen w/built-ins & access to stone patios at each doorway. Newly remodeled ? bath adds finishing touch to the 1st floor. Retreat upstairs to the MBR w/walk-in closet & soothing pond views. Two add'l BRs + spare room finish the 2nd floor. Fabulous stone patio overlooks enormous private oasis w/stunning views of picturesque waterfall & pond formed by 8 Mile Brook. Bountiful outdoor spaces serve as gardens, play yards, entertainment areas, the sky's the limit! Truly a home for all seasons: go fishing in the pond in the spring, enjoy kayaking & swimming in summer, observe the beautiful changing colors of the fall foliage, & you won't want to miss the most amazing winter wonderland that this property provides w/ice skating on the pond. No historic New England homestead would be complete w/o a red barn…providing garage, workshop, & storage space, a 2nd story loft, & potential for add'l living space.