Located in the heart of sought-after Prospect Hill, across from Edgerton Park & steps to East Rock Park, this 1922 brick Douglass Orr-designed Colonial has been meticulously maintained & thoroughly renovated w/no expense spared, to bring the original structure to meet today's standards. Set back from the street, hidden behind mature shrubbery, its brick construction stands out as one of the most unique homes among many significant buildings in New Haven. The elegant front arched French doors open to the generous Entry Foyer w/barrel ceiling. Spacious Formal LR to the left has a stone wood-burning FP, East/South exposures; a set of French Doors opens to the large FR overlooking the private patio bringing the outdoors in. To the left of the Entry Foyer is a Formal DR w/custom built-ins. Elegant curved staircase w/wrought iron handrail is at the end of the Foyer. Generous remodeled eat-in kitchen w/custom cabinetry, granite counters, central island has been designed to accommodate even the most scrutinizing chefs while cozy enough to feel like a hearth of a family house. The 2nd floor has a large Master Suite w/BR, dressing room, full spa-like bath; 4 more bedrooms each w/private baths. The 3rd floor has 2 offices & a full bath. The lower level has a Lounge Room w/granite stone walls, FP & beamed ceiling. Sauna, Jacuzzi, gym. 3 car attached garage. recessed lights. 400 Amp electric service. Near Yale Shuttle, minutes to Yale Campus, & downtown yet quiet and private location.