One of the most impressive and distinctive offerings to become available in Westport, the historic "John Hyde V House" combines the magnificently restored original home with more recent additions and new updates. Accessed off Peabody Lane and set on nearly 2.5 tranquil acres of spectacular, landscaped property with a new swimming pool & waterfall spa, tennis court, enclosed garden, dining terrace, vast lawns and barn. The courtyard leads to a front porch and into the large entry hall with beams and the first of 8 fireplaces. This 6 bedroom, 6.2 bath residence offers every amenity for a gracious lifestyle. Period details add unique character to the living rm, office & sitting rms. The holiday-sized DR has fpl, stone-clad built-ins, dbl French doors to patio w/htd pergola. Entertaining-sized gourmet kitchen opening to a soaring Great Room, adjacent rec/play rm. Attached pool cabana w/full bth & 2nd laundry. The skylit stairs lead to the main section of the 2nd lvl, incl 4 BRs, each w/ a private bth, and a 2nd laundry rm. The plush primary suite with incredible designer bath & two lrg custom dressing rooms has a vast balcony overlooking this pastoral setting. Rear stairs lead to 2 addl BRs. Amazing mudroom leads to the attached garage. All new heating & cooling incl Viessmann boiler. Excellent storage space. This entire home and property has been enhanced w/ outstanding taste & quality, ready for you to enjoy. Just 1.7 miles to train to NYC; 0.4 mile to school.