375 Baxters Neck Road, Marstons Mills, MA 02648 (MLS# 21807273)

A sublime sanctuary in one of Barnstable's most coveted Nantucket Sound villages. Set on a prestigious village road, this handsome Contemporary Cape--approached by a seashell drive flanked by towering trees, flowering shrubs & perennials--is a glorious gathering place for multi-generations & friends. Beautiful water views, licensed (shared) dock, heated inground pool, spa & cabana accompany the luxurious residence. Quiet & privately set, the home is close to Cotuit & Osterville villages, fine restaurants, shops, major highways & renowned resorts & golf courses including Oyster Harbors, Willowbend & New Seabury. Sited for privacy & angled to capture water views from all major rooms, the beautifully crafted & impeccably appointed home blends coastal tradition with urban sophistication. A cathedraled foyer with rich paneling sets the tone for the residence. Water views beckon the visitor to a fireplaced living room--the home's centerpiece--with a window wall of sliders opening to an expansive dining porch overlooking pool, dock & bay beyond. Flanking the foyer are a sitting room/study & media room opposite. The north wing hosts a stunning master suite with sumptuous bath, dressing

Supplements: areas, office & balcony overlooking pool, dock & water. Bordering the living room is a generous dining room with broad hearth walls of windows. To its south is a balconied gourmet kitchen--the true heart of the home-- featuring extensive prep space & cabinetry, granite eating island & topline (SubZero fridge, Viking range) appliances. A sky-lit breakfast room overlooking pool, dock and water adjoins. From the central foyer, an elegant staircase ascends to a second level, which hosts a versatile sitting room, guest suite with bonus room for nursery or young child's sleeping room, two additional bedrooms and full bath. The southerly wing--accessed via a private side entrance--hosts a second spacious guest suite with living room, kitchenette and sleeping areas offering exceptional privacy for family and guests. The walkout lower level amazes with recreation and entertainment for kids of all ages, including a 10-seat home theater, game room, home gym, two bonus sleeping rooms, and full bath. Outdoor living areas include dining porch and terraces, heated in-ground pool and spa, cabana, professionally landscaped grounds, and boardwalk leading to shared dock. Generous attached 3-car garage, mahogany and oak floors throughout, central air, natural gas heat, excellent storage and beautifully landscaped site are just a few more of its highlights. A truly glorious gathering place for the generations.