Nestled on a private lot in Hamden's highly desirable West Woods neighborhood, this beautifully maintained home offers comfort, elegance, and exceptional functionality. The heart of the home is the stunning custom kitchen, renovated in 2016 with style & practicality in mind. A large granite-topped island provides extra storage, power access, pull-out recycling and garbage bins, and a dedicated pull-out platform for a KitchenAid mixer. High-end Bosch appliances include a double oven, induction cooktop, & dishwasher. French doors open to the formal dining room, creating wonderful flow for entertaining. A breakfast nook with a large picture window overlooks the beautifully tiered gardens. Step outside to the renovated patio with bluestone steps leading to the in-ground pool, complete w/ new 2025 liner & security cover, a true backyard oasis! The first floor also offers a spacious office/library that could serve as a formal living room or guest space. Upstairs, the primary suite features a large walk-in closet and renovated en-suite bath with heated soaking tub, oversized glass shower, & marble focal wall. Three additional bedrooms offer generous closets w/ built-in shelving. A second-floor office leads to the third-floor bedroom & bonus living space, plus a walk-in attic. The finished basement adds more living space with an exercise room & large open area ideal for a game room, media room, or home theater ~Hardie Plank siding & Gutter Helmet for low maintenance exterior care