Experience modern living on 6+ acres of gorgeous natural surroundings! This incredible light-filled passive solar home, built by award-winning Connecticut architect Jefferson Riley, sits above an oak forest, down a gravel lane across the road from the popular Black Ankle Winery. At 14456 Black Ankle Road the trees are visible from every window, while the classic Lord & Burnham glass atrium seems to float amongst them. This home has been lovingly updated to reflect its original spirit, with a brand-new kitchen with new appliances, new cedar siding on three sides, new stain on the entire home, new flooring in two rooms, and freshly painted from top to bottom. The chimney winds its way through the rooms to exit through the vaulted ceiling of the master bedroom. The three bedrooms and two baths feature internal windows to take full advantage of the light streaming throughout the space. A third window has been added to the bonus room on the ground floor, which has been used as a fourth bedroom, a pottery studio, and would make a wonderful office or playroom. The ground floor opens to a patio and porch swing in the fenced backyard, perfect for the family dog. The passive solar design and Vermont Castings wood stove can heat the house effectively, but a high-quality Carrier heat pump heats and cools the home to your specifications throughout the year. Dig deep into country living with a chicken coop that’s ready for its new occupants, and a large, cleared area for gardening. This property is a gardener’s dream! (Look in document section for description). Steps down from your backyard you’ll find the beginnings of an envisioned loop trial that is awaiting your completion. With its easy access to commuter routes, yet tucked within a 6+ acre wooded lot, 14456 Black Ankle Road provides a rare opportunity to own a truly unique home set within a private oasis.