Beautifully updated with high-end amenities, this brick and cedar colonial with front porch, is ideally located on a heavily wooded private lot in the sought after Ponds neighborhood. Built and designed as the original model home in the Ponds, attention to detail and a great floor plan for family living and entertainment was important. The gracious foyer leads you to the dramatic 11 ft. ceiling living room with extensive moldings, gas log fireplace, and abundant windows overlooking the serene yard, designed by Mariani. The first-floor handsome pine-paneled library is ideal for a working office with its double door entry. Enjoy the large family room with coffered ceiling, wood burning fireplace, custom mantel, and sliding doors to a bluestone patio. Adjacent and open to the family room the spacious custom maple cabinet kitchen features a nice eating area with access to a second patio, high-end stainless appliances, and a center island with granite. Hardwood floors throughout including the 2nd floor where you will find 3 spacious family bedrooms, all with walk-in closets and 2 full baths. The primary suite, with his and her custom walk-in closets, offers a gorgeous Waterworks designed bathroom to relax in. Additional living space can be found in the fully finished basement with half bath. Special features include new shake roof (2021), Hardy Plank siding, wide sawn oak floors (2019), garage built-ins and epoxy floor coating, generator, surround sound throughout 1st floor and outside (2020), updated 3 full baths & 2 half baths, upgraded recess lights (2019), 1st floor laundry, and more! Gardeners will appreciate the abundant perennials and meticulous landscaping with underground sprinkler system. Homeowners' association includes fishing ponds and lovely walking trails for a minimal yearly association fee. Buyers will love this great value in today's competitive market!