New Haven Register (Sunday) (New Haven, CT)
Prime location within Hamden
Less than a mile walk to many great restaurants, shops
An open first floor layout, move-in ready condition and a terrific covered deck are hallmarks of this stylishly updated colonial located in a highly sought-after Spring Glen neighborhood. In fact, it was the neighborhood that first attracted the owners to the area.
“We were struck by how closeknit the community seemed,” said the owner. “It seems so rare that a house can be embedded within such a friendly neighborhood yet be less than a mile walk to many great restaurants and shops. The bus route to downtown is also convenient, and the ease of access to the major highways was a definite draw.”
“It is a great neighborhood for walking,” adds listing agent Peg Lynch. “There are sidewalks everywhere and it’s a short walk to Spring Glen village and Bassett Park.”
Once inside the home, the bright and open interior creates a welcoming atmosphere.
“It has a great floor plan for entertaining and a terrific southfacing exposure with awesome natural light,” Lynch adds.
From the entryway, sparkling hardwood floors and crown moldings span the home’s 2,085 square feet. Spacious yet inviting, the formal living room is highlighted with built-ins and a handsome woodburning fireplace. It opens into a nicely appointed kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, granite counters, a breakfast bar, generous cabinet and counter space and a separate dining area. This area forms the heart of the home, and is one of the owner’s favorite spots.
“I love the open layout of the first floor and the fact that I can be cooking breakfast and getting ready for the day and still be able to interact with everyone,” the owner adds.
The kitchen connects to the family room which opens to a covered deck overlooking the private fenced-in yard, a wonderful space for outdoor dining and
entertaining no matter what the weather.
“We ate dinner on the deck almost every night during the summer,” the owners explain. “The high ceiling lets us grill outside even when it rains. Some of our favorite memories are of spending time in the back yard with our neighbors. We spent many summer nights with friends and families from the
street who saw us outside and came over to join us.”
Leisure time may also be enjoyed in the partially finished lower level, which features a brick fireplace and built-in bar, perfect for a recreation room.
On the upper level, the master bedroom suite enjoys a beautifully remodeled bathroom, complete with glass-enclosed shower. Three additional bedrooms and a second full bath offer ample space for family or guests.
Additional amenities include a first-floor laundry room, central air conditioning, new windows, attached garage, security system and irrigation system. The home is ideally located minutes to Yale, downtown New Haven and highways for easy commuting. Listing agent: