A prime Southport country setting at the Westport line is home to this gracious five bedroom colonial featuring a rarely found attached main level in-law / au pair apartment with a private entrance, Living/Dining Room, Bedroom, and a full Bath. Additionally appreciated, and perfect for today's work from home buyer, is an office/studio over the barn style oversized detached two car garage. Approached by a long driveway, this home is a nature lovers paradise offering complete privacy with the convenience of being approximately 2 miles to Southport Village center, train, and harbor. Inside, a welcoming Foyer introduces the front to back Living Room with fireplace, formal Dining Room, and the charming Family Room with rustic beams, built in bookcases, and impressive brick fireplace. This room is open to the Kitchen and the Breakfast Room with atrium door to a two tier deck to enjoy al fresco dining. The Kitchen impresses with abundant cabinetry and counter space including large breakfast bar perfect for gathering friends/family or food prep duties. Adjacent is a mudroom with side door access to the front walk, the laundry/storage room, and, if desired, access to the attached apartment. Five ample Bedrooms occupy the second floor, along with generous linen and cedar closet storage. The primary Bedroom offers a walk in closet, Bath with heated floor, double sink vanity, and walk-in steam shower. A truly private country home just minutes from Southport Village Center, Harbor, Beach, and Train