New Price Improvement! Nestled in the serene woodlands of prestigious Merry-Go-Round Farm, Drew Cottage is a one-of-a-kind architectural gem by award-winning architect Jim Rill, combining timeless European country charm with exceptional craftsmanship and modern functionality. This stunning residence offers an unparalleled lifestyle with breathtaking indoor and outdoor living spaces including four bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms.
Set against the backdrop of conservation land, this home welcomes you with a charming flagstone foyer that serves as an interior breezeway, connecting the stately front portico to the rear terrace. From here, step into a grand great room featuring 10.5-foot mahogany-beamed ceilings, a limestone Rumsford fireplace, and three sets of French doors that open onto a 40-foot terrace overlooking the private, wooded backyard.The living area is open to the dining area, perfect for entertaining and informal living.
Thoughtfully designed for both relaxed living and sophisticated entertaining, the heart of the home includes a sun-drenched eat-in chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry, 2-inch Carrera marble countertops, Thermador appliances, Induction cooktop, double ovens, prep sink, and a spacious pantry. Adjacent is an atrium-style breakfast room with floor-to-ceiling windows offering captivating views of Merry Go Round Farm’s tranquil ponds and pastures.The library highlights a cathedral ceiling, built-in bookcases, window seats, and a second Rumsford fireplace. Completing the main level are the mudroom, elegant renovated powder room, large laundry room, and wide plank white oak flooring throughout.
Upstairs, the primary suite is a peaceful retreat with French doors opening to a private balcony, a generous custom walk-in closet, and a luxurious recently updated spa-like ensuite featuring dual vanities and an oversized walk-in shower and a soaking tub. Two additional upper-level bedrooms and bathrooms offer abundant natural light and classic casement windows.The walkout lower level includes a spacious family room with marble wet bar and custom built-ins, an exercise room, children’s playroom or in-law suite potential, and a large bedroom that opens to a covered patio/Lanai with woodland views. This level also includes a full bath, an immaculate utility room, and ample storage space.
Architectural details throughout the home reflect French country influence with arched doorways, rounded wall corners, pocket doors, casement windows, and extra-thick exterior walls. High-end finishes extend outdoors with authentic three-coat stucco, clay chimney pots, cedar roof and shutters, mahogany porch ceilings, and a beautifully integrated hardscape featuring flagstone patios, flat yard, a cedar pergola, and pea gravel sitting areas. Modern conveniences abound with geothermal dual-zone heating and cooling, Sonos sound system, wireless security, fire sprinkler system, water filtration, and whole-house surge protection. The three-car garage and extensive storage areas complete this exquisite property. A true harmony of elegance, innovation, and natural beauty, Drew Cottage is one of Merry Go Round Farm’s most remarkable homes.