Stunning 3982 square foot Colonial with 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half baths, tastefully infused with traditional character inside and out. Nestled on .95 acres with detached two-car garage peaceful tranquility in a desirable neighborhood of Essex Fells, close proximity to dining and shopping options, highly rated schools, parks, country clubs, and more. Stately columned brick porch, hardwood floors, elegant crown molding, multiple fireplaces, refined classic finishes throughout and an incredibly warm atmosphere. The light-filled foyer opens to a generous living room with an adjoining sun room highlighted by walls of windows and outside entries to the front and rear. Pocket doors off the foyer lead to a gorgeous formal dining room with wainscoting detail and plenty of space to host everyone for dinner. Just beyond is a spacious eat-in kitchen appointed with rich wood cabinets, dual wall ovens, center island with seating, and a large breakfast nook with sliding doors to the patio for effortless al fresco dining. A handy mud room with rear entry, powder room and laundry room complete this level. Beautiful switchback stairs take you up to the 2nd floor, offering 3 beds and 2 full baths including an oversized primary with en-suite and WIC, and another boasting its own cozy sitting room. 3rd floor 2 beds and full bath, attic for storage. Outside private space, stone patio, sprawling lawn and mature landscaping providing warm-weather entertaining, gardening and relaxing.