471 Flat Hills Rd, Amherst, MA 01002

Built to suit in 2013! Sited on 1+ A private lot in N Amherst close to UMASS, this 1,799 SF Ranch w/ 1-car garage is a modern contemporary featuring low maintenance, sustainable materials, energy efficiency & single level living. The exterior cladding is thick, insulated concrete mixed w/ permanent yellow color requiring only power washing. A lg array of owned solar panels are atop an architect designed, sunroom addition. The front entry opens onto a south facing wall of windows infusing the open concept LR & DR area w/ light, adjusted by shades & augmented by indirect lighting. 1 of 3 mini-splits (M-S) heats & cools this space & the 2nd bedroom by means of a dropped ceiling. A kitchen is tucked away on the east side w/ 3/4 bath. The main bedroom w/ M-S & walk-in closet + full bath w/ laundry are west facing. An office opens onto a stunning sunroom w/ (empty) Endless Pool (see comment). Large windows on 3 sides flood the space w/ light. Indirect lighting & M-S enhance the ambiance.