This captivating contemporary colonial estate with open floor plan offers breathtaking southerly views. This 4 bedroom plus additional bedroom in-law / au-pair suite showcases gorgeous architectural details as you enter the alluring grand foyer with sweeping staircase. The stone fireplace under soaring ceilings in the family room boasts an impressive adjoining wet bar, or entertain in the formal living room. From the well-appointed kitchen you can enjoy the elegant formal dining room with intricate custom millwork, or enjoy a casual meal off the kitchen plus an added den/music room. The office in the turret hosts built in bookshelves, and an impressive array of windows throughout the home. The 2nd floor master bedroom reveals an enviable master spa bath suite and walk in closet. 3 more spacious bedrooms, full bath, laundry room, 1/2 bath plus an oversized bonus room to use your imagination. The 3rd floor offers more finished space and includes a media room. The ample 5th bedroom In-law or guest suite in the walk out basement includes a large bedroom area, oversize walk in closet, fireplace, sitting area and ¾ bath with sauna. An exercise room and extra mixed use room round out this lower level. Enjoy the views from the front covered porch, or entertain on the expansive back deck. The 3 bay garage offers additional storage space. Set on five acres in this desirable Amherst neighborhood The Flume. Close to shopping, highways & Manchester/Boston Region Airport