Welcome to this outstanding colonial in prestigious Parkland Hills with hard-to-find 1st floor primary suite, 5300+ SF of refined living & Rochester Schools (Baldwin/Hart/Stoney). Enjoy resort-style living, nearly $150k of custom improvements & backyard sanctuary that is second to none with 3-tiered paver patio (2020) & beautiful water feature (2023). The grand foyer with 2-story window introduces the bright & spacious floor plan. Off the foyer on one side is a well-appointed library/office with tray ceiling & built-in wood cabinetry, and on the other is a large formal dining room with bay window. Follow the rich hardwood floors (2017) to the expansive great room featuring 2-story windows overlooking the gorgeous patio & water feature. Warm yourself by the 2-way fireplace in the great room or around the corner in the kitchen’s cozy sitting area. The center-island kitchen with granite counters & ceramic floors boasts a convenient walk-in pantry, bright octagonal breakfast room, newer gas range (2023), refrigerator (2024) & dishwasher (2020). Relax in the luxurious 1st floor primary suite & bath with generous soaking/jet tub framed by floor-to-ceiling pillars. Upstairs is a 2nd ensuite bedroom, perfect for a parent, older child or guests. The finished LL has a 4th full bath, egress window (2024), & 5th bedroom with huge walk-in. The home theatre nook is complete with projection system, ideal for movie nights. Create new spaces for activities/hobbies, home office, exercise equipment & more. Convenient service stairway leads directly from garage to basement. The backyard oasis is the perfect setting to relax or host large gatherings. The tranquil garden & picturesque waterfall with two streams cascading to a koi pond provides a perfect escape from the hustle & bustle. More peace of mind - furnaces (2022/2020), A/C (2021), ext. painting (2024), sump pump (2026), gutters/leaf guards (2023), & whole-house generator. Make a move to own this truly special Parkland Hills gem!