45 Walnut Hill Road, Ridgefield, CT

This beautifully updated residence features all the hallmarks of modern living including a transitional color palette, hardwood floors, crown moldings, recessed lighting and lots of large windows.

Perfect for entertaining, the functional floorplan begins with a tile entry foyer that opens through wide cased openings to the rest of the house. The formal living room features a wood burning, double-sided fireplace with a brick surround and classic mantle, as well as a multitude of large windows including a huge bow picture window, while the formal dining room includes a pass-through to the newly renovated kitchen. This gourmet space comes complete with granite counters, a huge center island, cherry cabinetry, a pantry and professional appliances. Glass sliders in both the kitchen and family rooms open to a large deck overlooking the pond and level yard beyond, and the family room itself includes a wood burning insert, perfect for those chilly nights.

Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms include large closets with closet organizers, new honeycomb blackout shades, and great lighting. The updated hall bathroom includes lovely tile and fixtures, while the master features a river rock shower, granite vanity and handsome, slate-like tile floor.

The walk-out lower level can easily be finished to create an additional playroom or guest suite and contains new mechanicals including a Navien high-capacity, on-demand hot water boiler, and an excellent water filtration system. Paired with two-zoned central air conditioning, beautiful landscaping and an amazing commute location, this is the perfect home for a young family or someone looking to downsize.