$495,000

Welcome home to this well-cared-for one-owner home. The moment you enter The Highlands neighborhood, you know you are somewhere special. Here, neighbors know your name, stop to chat, and wave a friendly greeting when you pass by. At the top of this delightful development sits Northwoods Rd., a quiet cul-de-sac with only a handful of properties. A charming Cape-style home with four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a large breezeway, an extra-large attached garage, and an idyllic setting awaits you. With hardwood floors throughout the main level and newer solid wood interior doors, this home is the definition of well-built. The convenient floor plan features a breezeway just off the garage. This flexible space could be used in so many ways: a breezeway, of course, but also a mudroom, or add a mini-split and turn it into a den, a home office, or expand your kitchen. Just off the breezeway, you will find the kitchen, which is large enough for your table and chairs, and features a pretty view to the private backyard. The kitchen is open to the dining room, which features a chair rail and a nook that is just the right size for your sideboard. The living room has a wood-burning fireplace with a raised brick hearth and side-by-side windows providing abundant natural light. There is also a bedroom and full bathroom on the main level, offering first-floor living! Upstairs, there are three bedrooms and a full bath. The largest bedroom easily accommodates a king-size bed and has excellent storage A partially finished, heated basement provides great bonus space; think TV room, playroom, home gym, hobby room - the possibilities are endless. There is also a workshop with a workbench here. This home has a large deck off the breezeway, a flat and private yard, two sheds, and is in a truly tranquil setting. In close proximity to FHS and conveniently located in central Farmington, this home checks all the boxes. Make this charming New England home yours in time for the holidays!