Classic Carthage stone elegance. Large majestic hardwoods. Privacy & ultimate convenience. Options are awesome. This property delivers. With 5 acres across the street from historic Half a Hill & Greenway trails, you have a woodland beckoning. Parks, breweries, shops & entertainment? Check. You are seconds from the best dining, shopping & culture Springfield has to offer...but you are in the woods? Yes! This stunning landscape has been well hidden from the public eye. The home has been exceptionally maintained by the same construction family since 1958. The owners added a 3 car, all brick garage with separate loft apartment. Loft is equipped with full bath, kitchenette, balcony & private view of the woods. There are nooks and crannies all over this place to chill out and let the world go by.Inside the family room of the main house, lead the eyes to the long set of sliding glass doors that open yet another view of a private oasis. This classic half moon shaped marble floored covered patio is the entertaining factor! Next step down to the ground level of crafted stamped concrete creating more vibe and entertaining options. Insert pool here? No worries on the water bill. This place comes with private well & septic. Be totally off grid up here at this latitude camper, you deserve it. All five bedrooms are on the main level, there are 2 wood burning fireplaces & 1 gas. Both upstairs baths have been fully renovated in the last year. The quaint study holds the heart of the house. The name is Briarcliff, it sits high up in SE Springfield. He/She/It overlooks a wonderful point of history and time. You are looking at a real Crown jewel in the Queen City.