56 Old Orchard Rd Riverside, CT 06878

Happiness is this impeccable, recently built (2011) 4/5 bedroom colonial sited on a park like acre in a sought after North Mianus neighborhood. The two story entry opens to traditional formal rooms including a living room with coffered ceilings, fireplace and built ins and a formal dining room which provides perfect space for at home entertaining. The thoughtfully designed kitchen checks all the boxes, from high end stainless appliances to the granite island, sunny breakfast area and radiant heated floors. Nearby, the exceptionally large family room with a 2nd fireplace, built-ins and a wall of windows overlooks the pretty rear property. The second floor has a well designed layout that includes the master suite, three additional bedrooms and two additional full baths. A fabulous bonus room or fifth bedroom can also be accessed from the back staircase, making it ideal for a home office or remote schooling. The finished lower level includes a second family room, fireplace, full bath, separate exercise room plus excellent storage. Outdoor entertaining is a way of life from the lovely terrace to the charming gazebo and rolling lawn. The third floor attic is wired and plumbed and could be finished and the over-sized generator ensures that power outages are a non event. Ideally located near schools, train and beach, this classic Riverside home has all the must-haves for today discerning buyer.