Need garage space for 7 vehicles? Walking distance to Rainbow Reservoir for great fishing or hiking with a state boat launch for power boats, jet skis, canoes and kayaks. This 8 room colonial sits on 1.66 level acres with protected forest that backs up to the reservoir and there's a fire pit in the back yard. In addition to the attached 2 car garage there is a detached 5 car garage with large attic, heat and air conditioning, ideal for car or motorcycle enthusiasts or tradesmen. There are 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 updated full baths plus a large living room with fireplace, a den or office with a fireplace, and a formal dining room. The eat-in kitchen has granite counters and stainless appliances. Hardwood floors throughout. The large walkout basement offers plenty of room for finishing and has newer twin oil tanks and furnace. There is a huge attic and room over the home garage for additional living or storage space. Thermopane windows and solar panels make this home energy efficient. Solar panels are not leased or owned by seller. It is a "Power Purchase Agreement" with Tesla that provides electricity at a reduced cost. A brand new 1250 gallon septic system was just installed in July 2021. Public water replaced well. Newer paved driveway. The town tax card is not updated. The 2.42 acres was recently subdivided and approved by the town. This lot is now 1.66 acres. The adjacent lot on right side is now 166 Merriman ( .757 acres). Subdivision map attached. Easy to show.