Holding a prominent position on Historic Main Street, this antique colonial in Federal Style built by Nathaniel Frost is private and gracefully hidden up a winding drive opening to meticulously maintained grounds. This oasis has sweeping lawns, apple trees and lush organic gardens producing a cornucopia of organic flowers, herbs and vegetables. As the circular drive ends at the 3-bay barn, one is surrounded with the private beauty of the courtyard. A brick and granite path leads to the main house with a covered porch entry to a tiled mudroom revealing the casual elegance and warmth of the home. Undeniably the inspiring grace and grandeur of the Grand Dame is reflected in 20 rooms, 6 bedrooms, 5/1 baths, and 8 woodburning fireplaces all capturing the essence of a bygone era while proudly displaying today's modern amenities and highest caliber energy efficient mechanical applications. The main house offers 3 ensuite bedrooms with primary having a fireplace in the dressing room. The artist owners have painstakingly retained the character and soul of the home even matching the stenciling done in the dining room by Moses Eaton. The central classic kitchen holds court with leathered granite counters, Lacanche oven and custom appliances, slate farmers sink, walk in pantry, all opening to an amazing bright octagonal sunroom with vaulted wood ceiling, propane heat stove and five sliding glass doors to access the courtyard and deck. Imagine entertaining in the spacious firesided formal front parlor and dining room where many board meetings and parties have been hosted. The seamless flow of the first level invites guests and family to meander through the abundant space or simply enjoy the relaxing luxury of this unique property that includes a 1-bedroom accessory apartment with kitchen and cathedral living room also a 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment with kitchen dining and living room. An absolute ''Must See''