This charming East Rock home is filled with light and the warm and distinctive character of an historic home combined with the updates of today. The large entry foyer has a turned staircase with the original intricate newel post. The sunny living room has an exposed brick fireplace, built-in bookcases, and a slider to the private feeling treed yard. There is a large opening to the dining room, which is currently used for dining and cozy seating. The delightful kitchen has good work and storage space, a center island, and an outstanding breakfast area with a floor to ceiling window overlooking the yard. The second floor offers a good size primary bedroom with exposed brick, 3 light exposures, a beautifully renovated full bath with a large vanity, free standing tub, and a glass-enclosed shower. There is another bedroom, a study /bedroom, another fully renovated bathroom, and laundry on this level. The third floor is fantastic! There are two bedrooms, one with exposed beams, a vaulted ceiling and natural woodwork. Recently updated 200 amp electric and updated plumbing, baths have radiant floor heating. There is a well landscaped yard with a brick patio and 1 car garage. The outstanding location is close to Yale, Hooker, neighborhood shops, and cafes, and East Rock Park. This is a gem of a house!