Tucked up the tree lined private driveway sits this lovely spacious turnkey custom home on 8.5 acres. Many recent upgrades including a beautiful roomy screened porch, AZAC decking, A/C and high efficiency solar panels the owners have purchased. The great room has high airy coffered ceilings, and new oversized windows were added to capture both the light and beautiful mountain views. There are shining hardwood floors throughout. An energy efficient gas insert in the fireplace is great for chilly evenings. The spacious kitchen has quality cherry cabinetry, a huge center island and a wolfe gas range with stainless back splash and appliances and a large open dining room. The main level offers a flexible floor plan with a 1st floor bedroom or office, a tiled laundry room, 1/2 bath and 3 car attached garage. The upper level has 4 good size bedrooms, an additional full bath, which includes a large master with 2 walk- in closets and a tiled bath. The walk-in attic has potential for future development. On the lower level there is a games room/exercise room and 2 spacious utility storage rooms and a full walk out to the yard from both areas. This beautiful home offers so much with its privacy and natural landscaped yard and an eye to being energy aware. A great country setting but only minutes to Gilford village and schools. The beach and ski slopes are just around the corner. Appointment required. Delayed Showings till open house on Saturday, March 27th 11:30am-2pm.