Featured home: Relax by the bay in this custom waterfront home

Set along Bristol's 15 miles of coastline, this outstandingthree-bedroom, four-and-a-half bath waterfront masterpeice offers spectacular attention to detail.

Custom built in 1997, this estate sits on 28,702 square feet, with mature plantings and attention to detail hat takes in every aspect of the natural surroundings.

Upon entering this 5,094 square-foot contemporary colonial style home, notice the custom mahogany detailing, nine-foot ceilings with custom crown molding and reclaimed Heart pine floors with radiant heat that have been olied and waxed to perfection. Pass under the gold leaf archway entrance to the expansive living room and enjoy the custom wood-burning fireplace with tumbled marble face and hearth.

Two sets of French doors open to the waterside decking. From the living room, there is access to a restaurant-style bar with stainless sink, refrigerator and over-bar lighting.

The bright and airy kitchen features white oak cabinets, hand-honed granite countertops, Subzero refrigerator and freezer, Wolf professional-style stove, double ovens, two pantries and more.

Enjoy the summer breeze from the eight-foot French doors leading to the screened porch. East- and south-facing windows in the dining room allow for endless natural light.

The master suite is located on the first floor, and provides breathtaking views of the bay. With two walk-in closets, a wood-burning fireplace, custom cabinetry in the bathroom and copious amounts of storage, enjoy a quiet oasis in the comfort of your own home.

Additional bedroom suites offer walk-in closets with custom shelves and drawers, fully tiled bathrooms and private doors to porch access.

The exterior of the home has been meticulously maintained, and lends itself to the beautiful coastline. All design and construction was performed with the New England weather in mind, from the hurricane-strapped roof to the Marvin windows and vented wood columns.

Waterfront entertaining is easy with lush plantings, multi-level decks and stone patios, as well as a natural gas supply for grilling.

Walk down the natural stone path to the beach, or enjoy boating all season long from your own mooring.

The home is available for the asking price of $1,985,000. Form more information, contact Heidi Farmer, with Mott & Chace Sotheby's International, at 401-481-1977.