This gracious colonial, conveniently located near schools and shops, emanates quintessential charm amid a captivating, nearly one-half acre high, private setting with a fully equipped one-bedroom guest/in-law apartment above the separate two-car garage. Fronted by a wonderful covered porch the sun-filled, meticulously maintained residence with a warmly inviting open ambiance, broad windows and rich hardwood flooring throughout offers a splendid layout for comfortable family living and entertaining. French doors open to expansive decks, a terrace and beautifully landscaped yard from the 13' x 20' living room with a brick fireplace, a lovely formal dining room and the home office (or exercise room). Large family room with a fireplace and beamed, cathedral ceilings are featured in an updated, well-equipped country kitchen with adjoining breakfast nook. There is main floor powder room; four family bedrooms; and a generously scaled master suite with a cathedral ceiling, walk-in closet, new marble bath and Palladian arched French doors opening to a romantic, private balcony. Finished attic; generator.