493 White Birch Dr, Guilford, CT 06437

Desirable location within the quintessential town of Guilford, Connecticut. Welcome to your own lakeside home, set back on a 2.18-acre lot, offering a private and serene setting, the perfect escape from your busy day. Enjoy beautiful views of the lake and park-like grounds from most of the interior rooms. This 4-bedroom colonial with contemporary flair offers an open floor concept with hardwood flooring and recessed lighting throughout. The front entry foyer opens to a living room featuring a Stony Creek granite, through-and-through, gas fireplace to the family room and the updated kitchen with newer stainless steel appliances and granite counter-top. The light-filled spaces flow easily to the sitting and dining rooms, each with walls of glass providing amazing views. Three bedrooms, a full and half bath and laundry round out this level. The master bedroom suite is found on the second level and offers cathedral ceiling, walk-in closet, renovated full bath and a private balcony overlooking the lake and spectacular gardens. The lower level walk-out provides an additional -- SF of finished space and sliders to side patio and hot tub. Indoor and outdoor entertaining is easy at this special property, make it your year-round retreat or vacation destination. Minutes from the town center, restaurants, shops beach and commuter routes. Central A/C, underground irrigation system, wood-burning stove in lower level, new wraparound deck. Many improvements and updates over the last several years, please ask for list. Low flood insurance owner pays $880/year and is it transferable to new owner. Note: the property is not part of the Fence Creek Rock or Valley Shores Association (there are no fees).