5 Laforge Rds, Darien, CT 06820

Great Noroton neighborhood offers stylish three-bedroom home with fenced-in backyard, stone patio, outdoor shower and plunge pool very close to shops, school and trains. Wonderful open plan main level is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining featuring a living room with fireplace flanked by built-in bookcases, dining room with French door to front porch, granite-clad kitchen with breakfast bar seating and family room with outdoor access. Walk-in pantry, laundry, mudroom and half bath complete this level. Primary suite with vaulted ceiling, porch overlooking patio/yard, walk-in closet, shoe closet, spa bath; two bedrooms and full hall bath comprise second floor. With attached garage. Enjoy this quiet yet convenient location near all Darien amenities including the beach.

A DESIGNER STATEMENT, this custom New England Shingle-Style Colonial by Bartels architecture is a true masterpiece from its landscape design, trademark corner columns and swooping roofline to expansive outdoor spaces including a newly-designed gunite, heated plunge pool ($70K value) highlighted by stone walls and perennial gardens. A contemporary open floor plan features luxury details from a vaulted entrance and open staircase and landing to a living room w/ wood burning granite fireplace flanked by handsome built-ins. The dining room has signature windows and French door to a covered brick porch. A gourmet eIK features custom glass cabinetry, bar stool seating and built-in side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, double ovens, gas 5 burner cooktop, Bosch dishwasher and wine chiller. Master suite features vaulted ceiling, French doors to balcony and new California walk-in closets. The Master spa has extensive windows with plantation shutters, double sink vanity, Jacuzzi and shower. Two additional upper bedrooms: one with beams and walk-in closet and second has bay window and built-in desk/workstation. Chic full upper bath with double pedestal sinks and seamless glass shower. Laundry, pantry, mudroom and powder room off side entrance to attached 1-car garage and shed. Prime location, convenient to train, schools, downtown and more. Recent improvements: Trane Central air, garage door, landscape lighting, outdoor hot/cold shower, irrigation, fencing and water heater. AGENT/OWNER.