20 Atherstone LaneBedford, NH 03110Sale Price: $1,825,000

CASUALLY ELEGANT AND FINELY DETAILED...AN EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOM CREATION BY RUSS COOKE! Turn into The Village at Atherstone and feel the spirit of community this coveted neighborhood embodies. An English garden borders the artisan stone walkway to a welcoming farmer's porch beckoning you to pull up a seat or swing and enjoy views of the park-like setting. Enter the foyer and take in the high level of finish, extensive millwork and appointments beyond compare. To the left, an intimate office with fireplace and window seat are perfect for work from home. To the right a formal dining room will host memorable meals and celebrations. Ahead, sun streams into a breakfast area with vaulted ceiling that open to a lovely three-season porch and deck beyond, leading to an outdoor oasis with new saltwater inground pool and waterfall with an oversized pavilion for gracious alfresco entertaining. Prepare meals on the six-burner Viking range in a timeless white kitchen with two farmer sinks while guests gather at the two-tier island or around the stone fireplace under the great room's soaring ceiling. Upstairs an exquisite primary suite boasts artfully crafted office nook, two walk-in closets and a most luxurious bathroom. Three additional bedrooms, each with an ensuite or Jack and Jill bath accommodate all in comfort. A walk-out lower level is just the place to chill with friends and host overnight guests in private quarters and at day's end, gather around the fire pit...A LIFESTYLE BY DESIGN!