You've found it: a breathtaking rural escape just 10 minutes from town. This nearly off-grid, contemporary residence spans almost 7 acres in the exclusive Dundas Valley, offering supreme privacy amid a lush wooded landscape with a natural spring-fed pond + access to 40 km of nature trails. Completely re-imagined+rebuilt, this 4+1 bedroom, 4.5 bath, nearly 7000sf home seamlessly blends refined design with its natural surroundings. A treed courtyard welcomes you to the front vestibule, opening into a double-height entry + breathtaking rear façade of expansive glazing. Clean lines, airy spaces + a seamless indoor-outdoor connection define the homes design. The sleek chefs kitchen anchors the principal living spaces, each with unique views and physical links to the outdoors. A utility wing with office, interior garage access, mudroom + lower-level stairs ensures efficient living.The primary suite is a private sanctuary w/extensive glazing, two dressing rooms, a vanity area + a Scandinavian spa-inspired ensuite. Additional bedrooms offer serene spaces w/ensuite or semi-ensuite baths+dressing areas. The LL continues the homes clean aesthetic w/a fifth bedroom + ensuite, rec room, gym + flex space. The nearly 1,200 sq ft rear portico invites year-round living w/defined lounge + dining area w/open fireplace. Steps lead to a solar-heated saltwater pool + adjacent spa, surrounded by a forested canopy. 40km of trails at driveway. Notable; spring fed pond, abutting conservation land super insulated spray foam construction + framing, geothermal heating + cooling, heated concrete flooring main + second, UV + reverse osmosis water treatment, Natural well+ septic. Located in the historic Mineral Springs Hamlet, just 10 minutes from Old Ancaster + boutiques, easy access to golf clubs, McMaster University + hospital, HWYs, this rare treasure offers an everyday escape in a natural paradise. (id:10317)