This is where you come to live your best life. Step into this center hall colonial with remarkable curb appeal in one of Stratfords most sought after neighborhoods. Offering the perfect balance of elegance and practicality, this spacious layout includes beautiful hardwood floors, oversized windows and gracious room scale. The welcoming foyer is flanked by the sunny formal living room and adjacent large dining room for grand entertaining. A home office /den has a cozy fireplace and offers versatile space. The bright and airy kitchen features recessed lighting, granite counters and a breakfast bar blending style and functionality. Adjacent to the kitchen is the impressive Great room, the heart of the home, flooded with natural light, vaulted ceilings, natural wood beams and wood burning stove. Sliding glass doors access the multi-level trex deck over looking the beautiful manicured property. The second level hosts a primary suite that accomodates a king size bed, spacious closet and a full bath. Three additional large bedrooms, with ample closets share the spacious hall bath. The enormous lower level adds endless possibilities for potential recreation or living space with a vintage bar, high ceilings, windows and walk-out to the rear yard, laundry room, a workshop for hobbies and plenty of storage. A two car attached garage leads to the mudroom and powder room. This home is conveniently located in a superb commuter location and near major highways, shops and top schools.