Step into this elegantly appointed Colonial home in the highly sought Northfield community.  Enter this beautifully maintained and updated residence through a gracious foyer anchored by rich hardwood flooring, crown moldings, and an effortless flow into sunlit living with expansive garden views.  The heart of the home, an inviting kitchen with spacious eating area, features quality Wood-Mode cabinetry with pull out shelving, Corian countertops, updated appliances and an extra-large pantry.  Just off the kitchen, the inviting Country English family room exudes warmth with pegged hardwood flooring, floor to ceiling brick fireplace wall with gas lit wood burning fireplace and a wet bar.  Step through the sliding glass doors to an expansive patio and professionally landscaped backyard perfect for summer nights under the stars.  A main floor bonus room can serve as an office or guest room situated away from the hustle of family living.  Upstairs, retreat to the tranquil primary suite with a large walk-in closet and well-appointed updated bath with granite-topped vanity, honed marble floor and spa shower with body sprays and bench seating.  Three additional bedrooms offer ample space for family or guests, each with generous closets and easy access to an updated hall bath with granite topped vanity and dual sinks. Downstairs, the finished recreation room with pool table provides additional living space to unwind.  A large utility room boasts deep shelving for organized storage.  Modern updates include a new Bryant furnace and AC (2024), newer roof (2021), newer Bosch dishwasher, GE electric stove and microwave.  An oversized two car garage with polyaspartic flooring and a new overhead door (2023) completes the picture.  Extensive landscaping with front and rear garden lighting frames the home beautifully.  Full southern exposure ensures sun drenched gardens and vibrant outdoor living from dawn to dusk.  This warm welcoming home embodies Northfield living at its best in the award-winning Sunset Ridge Middle School and New Trier High School districts.