That looks like a large project... I would go to your local paint center and get full directions and proper paint information on the best and easiest way, large projects like that may be best to have done professionally if you are not diy savvy. If you are diy people I would consider taking a small class at your local paint store to help you perfect the technique as your home is gorgeous as well sat the view and I'm certain you want it to portray nicely when done.

That is the problem. I am 6 hours drive from the house, I will get diy but would like to have the correct info on the best way to do it. That way they could not talk me into a "short cut" that might not be the best way

Regards

So let me get this right..you will do the work ? But you live six hours from paint store ? Maybe looking on you tube ...there are many tutorials with video and step by step instructions...watch them all and educate yourself on the best application for your situation

If you have ugly stained and varnished doors and trim and you'd like to paint the whole works, here's the best way to get a good-looking result.

Start by sanding the surface with a random-orbital sander and 150-grit paper. Use a fine-grit sanding sponge to get into crevices. Don't try to sand off all the varnish. The goal is to remove any flaky varnish and to roughen the surface for a good primer bond. Wipe off the dust with a brush.

Then roll on a coat of BIN or KILZ (available at home centers for about $8 per quart). Have the home center or paint store tint the primer to a grayish color to help cover the underlying varnish. It also helps the finish paint cover with fewer coats. Apply the primer with a 6-in. high-density foam roller ($5 to $8 at home centers) to avoid brush marks.

If you want to keep the wood grain from showing through the paint, trowel a thin layer of spackling compound over the entire surface (Ready Patch is one brand, available at home centers for $6 for 1 qt.; zinsser.com).Use a 4- or 6-in. putty knife to work the compound into the wood grain pores and to fill holes. Wait for the compound to dry, then hand-sand with 220-grit sandpaper. Roll on a second coat of primer. Let it dry overnight, sand again with 220-grit sandpaper, then use a new foam roller to apply the paint.

Beware of Lead

If your home was built before 1979, check the paint for lead before you scrape or sand. For more information, go to hud.gov/offices/lead.

That was copied from an article off Google. Good luck...you have a huge job ahead but it will look beautiful with that view!