21 Birch Road, Darien, CT

Sold for $1,618,750 on 5/22/09.

Darien, CT – Offerd at: $1795,000.  Center Hall Colonial Abutting Darien Nature Preserve.  This beautiful 2002 Center hall colonial has been thoughtfully designed for today’s lifestyle. This home is ideally situated close to town yet has all the wonderful advantages of abutting the Darien land trust. Truly, a rare opportunity!!!

A charming Portico welcomes you into an open, over sized two story Entryway with hardwood floors and custom picture frame molding . A delightful Powder Room is conveniently located off the Entryway. The sophisticated Den/Office with built-in bookcases is nicely situated off the main entrance. The light filled Living Room located to the left of the main entrance is detailed with an elegant fireplace accented with marble surround, nine foot ceilings and custom crown-molding throughout. A classic architectural arch connects the formal Living Room to the well-sized Dining Room enhanced with chair rail and classic custom inlaid wall panels. The Dining Room also boasts nine foot ceilings. The Kitchen is accented with custom cherry cabinetry, marble countertops, stainless steel appliances and a thermador five-burner cooktop. The Kitchen also boasts two large closet pantries with an abundance of storage space. Enjoy the sunny Breakfast Area with access to the classic blue stone outdoor Patio with knee wall and views of the well manicured property and the Darien nature preserve beyond. The Laundry Area is located off the Kitchen and includes a convenient Mudroom with access to the oversized two car Garage. The large, inviting Family Room is located off the Kitchen and boasts a 9 foot ceiling, handsome brick fireplace, built-in bookcase and custom moldings galore. The first floor has a great open floor plan for entertaining family and friends.

Ascend the staircase to the second floor. There are two nicely sized Bedrooms with large double closets that share a Full Hall Bath. A Guest Room has its own Full Bath. The elegant Master Suite has a Sitting Room and Office Area with built-in bookcases has his and her walk-in closets and a large linen closet. The Master Bath has a wall of windows with panoramic views of the backyard property and hosts a whirlpool tub, large stall shower, commode and double sink vanity.

The lower level has a large Family Play Area, a Full Bathroom with whimsical tile flooring and a separate Work Out Space and Storage Area.