Home for Sale in 16 Cleft Rock Lane, Woodbridge, Connecticut, USA

Magnificent Contemporary Estate

Have you ever seen a stunning modern home, with every convenience and innovation, and wished it was set in the magnificent type of surroundings common to mansions of a bygone era? Have you coveted the craftsmanship and level of materials used in the construction of yesteryear, but with all the luxuries of new construction? If you’ve longed to have it all, but thought it wasn’t possible, this spectacular, first-time-to-market home is designed for you!

Situated on almost 8 acres of meticulously manicured grounds, this elegant, architect-designed contemporary has been built to exacting standards. Tastefully sited atop a knoll in Woodbridge, with views of Long Island Sound in the distance, this state-of-the-art home was built in 2004 for the current owners. Nearly ten thousand square feet, it is designed with an open floor plan for gracious comfortable living and entertaining.

Your sense of arriving at a special destination begins as you pass through the handsome gate, and traverse the long, winding driveway, with sweeping lawns and elegant landscaping on both sides. Mature plantings of mountain laurel, extensive rhododendron, and exquisite trees and ornamentals line your path. The circular drive at the top allows for another exit, off a neighboring cul-de-sac, while also affording ample parking for family and guests, adjoining a heated garage with cold and hot water sink – perfect for pet or luxury car care. The home has been situated ideally, taking advantage of western and southern exposures, as well as the unparalleled views.

When you cross the threshold, you are welcomed into a two-story foyer with a floating maple staircase. It opens into an expansive living room with a bank of large windows and sliding doors, overlooking the stone patio and pool that bring the natural beauty of the surrounding gardens into the house. This living room, with a granite-framed fireplace, custom maple paneling, bookcases, and coffered ceilings, makes the perfect backdrop for displaying art. Designed by its owners to facilitate gracious entertaining of every type and scope, from picnics and pool parties to fundraisers and elegant dinner parties, the home’s main floor flows seamlessly from room to room. The formal dining room, with custom-built floating cabinetry, is a comfortable environment for groups large and small.

The kitchen of your dreams features maple cabinets, islands for both chefs and diners to enjoy, every modern convenience, and a butler’s pantry with ample storage, Sub Zero wine cooler, and warming drawer. It has been designed to work equally well for both caterers and the accomplished home chef, and leads into an inviting and spacious family room. Pocket doors throughout allow for privacy and intimacy whenever desired.

This home offers choice in every regard, including a first-floor master bedroom, complete with walk-in closet and dressing area. It is situated directly off the hall that leads to the home theater and exercise facilities on the lower level. The second floor features the primary master suite, two offices, and two additional children/guest suites, with private baths, built-in drawers, bookcases, and desks. The master bedroom offers luxurious walk-in closets, an office, and features expansive views from its private terrace.

Future needs are also anticipated, from the elevator shaft that runs top to bottom, to the raw pre-wired space above the garage, perfect for an in-law or au pair suite. The mud room and attached four-car oversized garage can hold all the sports and landscaping equipment you could ever accumulate. Key elements of the home can be powered, in the event of an outage, by a 20kw Generac auto start propane powered generator. Every creature comfort has been thought of and provided for, from a 13 zone temperature control for heating and cooling system to Wifi and CRESTRON whole-house sound system, with in-room control for Satellite/AM/FM radio and CDs.

The home offers extraordinary value in its quality construction, including the use of unusual and unique materials from around the world. These elements have been chosen carefully throughout the home, giving it the mark of old-fashioned craft and permanence, but with the light and airy feeling of the best in modern design.