In the prestigious Tokeneke Association, this elegant 8,300sf Colonial on 1.78 acres sits above lawns and beautiful gardens. Almost a 50% new addition and extensive renovations in 2006, the owners respected the architectural heritage while introducing the ease and refinement of contemporary living. The pool and spa sit within the back wraparound terrace, now an exceptional outdoor living sanctuary. A living room, sunroom, formal dining room, the connecting kitchen and family room with fireplace and the spectacular first floor primary wing all open through French doors onto the sunlit terrace and sweeping lawns. The vaulted primary suite with fireplace, his/her baths and dressing rooms leads to your own patio. Steps from the entry foyer is an elegant living and dining room, and a beautiful kitchen with an impressive nine-foot marble island opens onto the family room with fireplace and breakfast room all opening to the gardens, creating a natural flow from formal living to relaxed everyday life. Upstairs is a second primary suite with fireplace and sitting room and three additional en suite bedrooms. A cathedral ceiling great room with exposed beams and attached bath creates the ultimate in an entertaining space. A playroom is on the third floor. The walk-out lower level features a stone and wood office with fireplace, bar and wine cellar and exercise room. A two car garage cottage has heated upstairs office/sleeping room. Serene and private. 47 miles NYC. The best of Darien