This terrific Peppermint Ridge home offers a versatile plan, beautiful yard and 60-acres of surrounding neighborhood open space. RECENT UPDATES: super high-efficiency heat pump system for heat and AC (bills available,) second-floor oak hardwoods and 2024 exterior paint. Smart home tech controls lighting and heating throughout. A NEW ROOF WILL BE INSTALLED prior to closing, offering the next owner added peace of mind. Roof is sound, just older. Find higher ceilings, an open-plan, and a center island kitchen with breakfast area open to the great room. Formal living room and dining rooms flank the entry and turned staircase. The first-floor office has a dedicated entry, ideal for working from home or potential expansive mudroom. Upstairs, newly installed hardwood floors complement four bedrooms. The primary bedroom features an ensuite bath and walk-in closet. The spacious 4th bedroom features a separate thermostat for heating/cooling. Outside, a spacious, level yard provides plenty of room for play, a rover, or gardening. There is a large full basement. Peppermint Ridge neighbors enjoy quiet streets for walking/biking just 1.5 miles to Mile Creek K-5 Elementary, 2 miles to Old Lyme's white-sand beaches and a short drive to the village and center with shops, restaurants, galleries and upper school campus. Modest cosmetics give you a chance to make will make this one your own!