This expanded 3 bedroom 2.5 bath Cape-style home offers 2, 400+square feet of thoughtfully designed space. The main-level primary suite includes a luxurious two-compartment bath with a soaking tub and roomy shower, a spacious walk-in closet, laundry area with built in wardrobe and a versatile small bonus room for a gym or office. The newer kitchen opens to a bright breakfast room overlooking a private front patio. The inviting living room features built-ins that surround a cozy fireplace, and an entertaining area with custom glass-front cabinetry and a wine fridge. The second floor was upgraded with large skylights and offers two large bedrooms that share a full updated bath, along with access to two ample dry storage areas over the two car attached garage. Other recent upgrades include energy-efficient solar panels and a convenient main-level laundry area. The landscaping offers mature hedges for privacy, and the serene rear yard includes a lovely patio ideal for entertaining. Whole house generator, separate storage shed, in ground sprinkler system. A particularly unique and charming feature is a special private gated path leading you out and on your way to the little used sandy Pent Road beach nearby. A bonus for this quiet shoreline setting-the much loved Hammonasset walking trail begins at the top of Hotchkiss Lane at historic Liberty Street. This home perfectly blends classic charm, modern updates, and energy efficiency throughout.