This elegant, hip-roof colonial is the epitome of GRACIOUS LIVING in the center of Amherst! Located on a leafy cul-de-sac in one of the most convenient WALKABLE neighborhoods in town, your jaw will drop the moment it comes into view from the circular driveway. The classically styled main house joins the large 3 bay garage via a SLATE-TILED BREEZEWAY forming a picturesque courtyard. Step into the stunning foyer and your eye travels from the beautiful ROUNDED STAIRCASE to the bright fire-placed living room and out through french doors to one of 2 sunny STONE PATIOS ready for quiet relaxation or entertaining. Solid cherry floors lead to a 1ST FLOOR ENSUITE BEDROOM tucked off the foyer and on to a large solarium-like dining area and a lovely HIGH-END KITCHEN w/ Thermador® appliances, granite tops and inset cabinets. A handy BUTLER PANTRY w/sink brings you to a lg laundry/utility room w/ so much storage! Don't miss the convenient den/TV room and pretty powder room before heading upstairs to 2 sizable bedrooms with walk-in closets joined by a full JACK-N-JILL BATHROOM. The primary bedroom suite boasts a tiled bathroom and its own office/studio w/ fireplace. An enormous WALK-THROUGH CLOSET leads to a large rec room and back staircase to the crucial downstairs mudroom, complete with RADIANT FLOOR HEAT and access to the heated garage. UNFINISHED 3rd FLOOR w/ stairs + basement are ready to expand while lush lawn and mature landscaping welcome you home. Come see! Viewings by appt only.