Built with quality and character in 1928, this stately three-story stone colonial has been beautifully cared for by the same family for 53 years. With fantastic curb appeal, this is no doubt one of the prettiest homes, located on a gorgeous landscaped yard with roses and perennials, on this very desirable street in EP. It is also one of the most up-to-date in major components, with $70,000 invested in recent years in state-of-the-art gas heating system, central air, whole house generator and expansive stone patio. Gorgeous detail and generous rooms in this 6 bedroom (or 5 bedrooms w/study) 3-full baths/2 half baths beauty. The front facade and entry is framed by a stunning 2 story curved portico. Inside the front door, a spacious front-to-back-foyer with 2 closets and powder room opens to the living room with stone fireplace and 3 sets of french doors, with windows across the back for views of the yard. Two sets of doors open onto the deep porch, shaded with awnings and providing views of the gardens. Off the foyer to the left is the dining room with another set of french doors/windows. The kitchen is large, bright and practical, outfitted with 6 burner chef's range as well as stainless steel dishwasher and commercial style sink. There is a small back pantry area with shelving and closet, leading from the kitchen out to the new stone patio. Floors throughout entire first floor, including kitchen and except for powder room, are oak hardwood, all just professionally cleaned/buffed. The main stair to second floor features a striking palladium window on the landing. There is also a back stair from the kitchen. The second floor has 4 large bedrooms (or 3 w/study) and 2 baths. The master bedroom is a suite with own bath w/shower separating it from adjoining study. The third floor has 2 large bedrooms, updated hall bath. All bedrooms on the second and third floors plus stairs to third have newly refinished oak and pine floors. The basement contains laundry, pantry and storage rooms plus vintage knotty pine family room. Double garage w/opener and attached garden shed (as-is condition). Updated mechanicals include whole house generator-2007; 2 zone high efficiency AC systems-2013. High efficiency gas heating system-2014. Dormers and portico recently redone and exterior, incl garage, painted in 2014. Stone patio, walkway, steps- new 2016. Perfectly located for access to train, coop, shops, restaurants and nearby family and early childhood education campus.