Vertical wood siding, stone accents and a wrap-around sundeck give the exterior of this elegant recreational home the traditional look of a mountain chalet. The impressive double-height windows at the front add contemporary flair and will make the most of a view. The main entry is at the side of the house.

From here, a foyer leads directly into a spacious great room with a dramatic vaulted ceiling and huge stone wood-burning fireplace. A U-shaped staircase beside the foyer provides access to the second level as well as to the unfinished basement. The great room and dining area span the entire front of the home.

Sliding glass doors from the dining room open to a wide sundeck, which can be used to expand the family living area in summer. A wide counter with a raised breakfast bar divides the kitchen from the dining room, providing a handy surface for serving buffet-style meals and a welcoming place for guests to chat with the cook while dinner is being prepared. The kitchen’s efficient layout includes a window over the double sinks, the convenient placement of fridge and range on the same wall, and a deep pantry cupboard for storage.

A short hall behind the kitchen leads to a powder room and a large linen closet. Located on the main floor overlooking the back garden, the master suite will be an attractive feature for retirees who don’t want to have to climb a lot of stairs. The suite includes a four-piece bathroom and a generous walk-in closet.

Two more bedrooms are situated on the top floor and share a three-piece bathroom. Both secondary bedrooms enjoy sloped ceilings, creating the charming feel of an old-fashioned attic. This home measures 38 feet wide by 48 feet, 4 inches deep, for a total of 2,018 square feet of finished space, as well as an unfinished basement.