One of the most scenic Old Lyme roads leads to this rambling colonial adjacent Peppermint Ridge Open Space. Century old stone walls frame the Gambrel entry. The center hall design is flanked left and right by formal living and dining rooms. A nicely updated kitchen features an efficient center island and stainless appliances. The step-down great room is a great transition for outdoor entertaining. On the north end of the home, find a den/library with window seat, built-in bookcases, wood paneling and a bar area. A spiral stair leads to a spacious primary bedroom suite with sitting room/office, full bath, walk-in closet and private deck overlooking the rear yard. Three additional bedrooms and a full bath are found in the main body of the home. A full basement houses mechanicals including a 2021 Biasi/Riello boiler and hot water heater. Outside, expansive decks overlook a well landscaped yard! Incredible updates include new primary bath, replacement upper-level decking, 2017 roof and gutter guards, window replacements, house paint 2023. Mile Creek School and Cross Lane Park are 1 mile away and beaches are two miles by bicycle. This area is long enjoyed by cyclists and runners for its scenic beauty. Close to town and just 20 minutes to Groton/New London, 38 minutes to New Haven and 2 hours to NY/Boston. 12 minutes to Saybrook Station. Solid, well-maintained home in a tremendous area!