Imagine having your own three bedroom, three bath home on a 5.7 acre compound in low tax New London, with a pond, 3 barns, storage sheds, pens for your livestock, a separate building which is heated , and a fenced-in yard for pets.... Well, imagine no longer! Located in desirable Elkins on Whitney Brook Road, bordering conservation land, and only minutes away from downtown New London, this marvelously efficient home offers the best of all worlds; quiet solitude and an "in-town" location. Sit on your patio with a cup of tea and feel the breeze as it dances across your own pond. Walk through the garden gate to feed your livestock. Enjoy the farmers porch by the front door. The inside of this warm and welcoming home will surprise you! The custom designed, spectacular and spacious "eat-in" kitchen has plentiful storage, ample work space, a walk in pantry, double ovens and a hearth for a wood stove. The master bedroom, replete with en-suite bath and two walk in closets has delightful sliding doors, overlooking the pond. The second bedroom, currently used as an office, has a wood-burning fireplace and beautifully crafted cherry floors and woodwork. The third bedroom is light and bright and shares a 3/4 bath. The over sized living room opens onto the kitchen and the farmers porch. Access into the 2 car attached garage, is through the super efficient mudroom, with storage galore and a place to "de-brief" kids and pets! Looking for a home that has it all? This is it!