Long time ago homes were built with pride. They lasted for centuries. Survived wars, disasters, neglect, and today they are a testimony to the mastery of craftsmen who built them. There were no details small enough to neglect. It was long, long ago…till now. Designed by world renowned architect – Jack Arnold this home is “ages ago quality and style”. This English Manor House started as a Cotswold country bungalow but quickly grew into a spacious 7200sqft home. Stone masonry trimmed with brick, old style wood siding with heavy timber trim, and divided light windows are a few exterior details that helped to create that charm. Inside the home appears spacious and expansive with the entry flowing smoothly into the living room and on into a formal dining room. An imposing front window allows for a sweeping, open view of the gently sloping yard. Ceilings are varied throughout the estate, and many of them are beamed with heavy timbers. Home evokes the feel of a stately estate that grew with passing time as the new generations living here expanded, and added on. Brand new, yet feels ages old. Butler’s pantry separates the dining room from the kitchen, eating area, and family room. A space which features its own stone fireplace & media center. Kitchen is loaded with high end, commercial grade Wolf & SubZero appliances&Woodmode cabinetry. French doors lead to the center courtyard which has a fireplace, outdoor kitchen,&swimming pool. Master suite is very private and includes exercise room, gorgeous bath, and fantastic closet space. Upstairs has 3big bedrooms, 2full baths and a huge theatre/media/game room pre-wired to accept a projector system for big theatre experience. Separate cottage with its own garage, living, hotel style kitchen, full bath & generous bedroom is set separately to allow total privacy of your guests. Floors are a real wood with hand-scraped finish. They are Walnut with an Oak border. Woodwork is a combination of Alder, Oak, Walnut and Maple and Cedar. Natural, gold color tumbled travertine was used in a master suite. All counter surfaces are natural granite. All finishes and hardware were carefully selected to preserve the essence of the design. Property backs to Corp of Engineers land surrounding Arcadia lake. The equestrian trail runs in the back. Home has central vacuum system, sprinkler, and security. It has four H&A zones for super efficiency. Roof is a real slate stone and will last a lifetime.