Perched atop one of the highest points in the neighborhood, this private 1.3-acre property enjoys a commanding presence, peaceful views, and a wonderful sense of seclusion. Offering classic Colonial character along with extensive recent improvements, the home feels like a tranquil retreat while remaining close to everyday amenities. With 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 2 powder rooms, generous living spaces, and nearly $300,000 in thoughtful upgrades by the current owners, this home beautifully blends timeless character with modern comfort.
A two-story foyer welcomes you inside, where hardwood floors and traditional architectural details set the tone. The main level offers gracious formal and informal living spaces, including a large living room with one of the home’s four fireplaces, all of which have been converted to gas. From here, doors open to the covered porch, creating an easy connection to the outdoors and a wonderful place to relax while taking in the peaceful views of the property. The formal dining room features a large bay window and built-in corner cabinets, while the beautifully refreshed home office, which could also serve as a comfortable family room, features crown molding and a newly updated brick fireplace wall.
The kitchen, fully renovated in 2019, is both functional and stylish, with updated finishes, stainless steel appliances, quartz counters, a separate pantry, and abundant storage. The stone-flanked fireplace creates a warm and inviting setting for everyday meals and casual gatherings. An eat-in breakfast area and convenient wet/dry bar with a beverage fridge, overlook the backyard. With direct access to the patio, the kitchen becomes a natural gathering place and makes indoor-outdoor entertaining effortless. A laundry room and two powder rooms complete the first floor.
Upstairs, you’ll find four bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite set apart from the other bedrooms. This private retreat features walk-in and traditional closets, his-and-her bathrooms, and the home's fourth gas fireplace. Three additional bedrooms, one with an en-suite bath and two connected by a Jack-and-Jill bath, provide comfortable space for family, guests, or additional office needs. A full walk-up attic spans the length and width of the home, offering exceptional storage and potential for future finished living space.
The finished lower level adds nearly 800 sf of flex space with room for recreation, fitness, and storage. A sauna was installed in 2023, and in 2024, a new heating and air conditioning system was added, and heat was extended to the basement, enhancing the comfort and usability of this level. The attached two-car garage is also accessible from here.
The exterior has been substantially improved and beautifully refreshed. Updates include a full replacement of the previous stucco with Hardie® Plank lap siding, Hardie® trim boards and board-and-batten vertical siding, new gutters, new shutters, two new chimney caps, a roof portico, new porch columns, a new blue stone front porch with slate steps, and a custom mahogany front door, the perfect welcoming entry. The property also features a fenced-in backyard with post-and-rail fencing, newly milled and repaved asphalt driveways with ample guest parking, and new landscaping in the front of the home.
Major upgrades continue throughout the home, including 43 new Andersen 400 Series windows, two new back patio doors, a new water well pump, a water softener system, and conversion from septic to public sewer for added convenience
Private, updated, and full of character, this home offers the best of both worlds: the charm and presence of a classic Colonial with the comfort of meaningful modern improvements. Ideally located near premier shopping, dining and major commuter routes and just about a mile to Episcopal Academy, this is a truly special property designed for everyday living, easy entertaining, and quiet enjoyment. The family room photo is virtually staged.