27 Lakeside AvenueDarien, CT 06820Price: $1,649,000

A rare opportunity to live on Tilley Pond Park - with stunning park and water views, on a coveted street that offers a lifestyle like no other. This storybook blend of scenic beauty and coastal charm offers an idyllic walk to all, with newly expanded shopping and restaurants of downtown Darien and the train just steps away. Have it all with beautiful nearby beaches and award-winning schools. Take in one of Darien's most picturesque locations every day, from the ultimate place to curl up with a book or a morning coffee - your enchanting, heated front porch with wrap-around windows. Or choose a cozy spot in front of your beautiful living room fireplace. Everyday living and entertaining are a breeze with a bright and spacious open first floor that also includes a family room with built-ins and dining room with bay window. The newer kitchen with vaulted ceiling, Wolf range and breakfast bar has Carrera marble counters, heated floors and sliders to a generous bluestone patio, perfect for outdoor dining. The level fenced-in yard offers privacy, professionally maintained mature plantings and handy garden shed. A convenient first floor bedroom and full bath complete the first level. Find two more bedrooms on the second floor of this romantic cottage-style home, including a large sunny primary bedroom with skylight, walk-in closet and full bath. The finished lower level provides even more living space with another full bath, a recreation room with built-ins, laundry & generous storage