Discover your little piece of paradise in north Middletown, nestled on a private ½ acre lot, backing to woodlands bordering the C&D Canal. This meticulously maintained 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with a side-turned garage has 2775 square feet of finished living space in Middletown's highly sought-after Appoquinimink School District. Recent updates include a high-end kitchen renovation (2024), new shed (2024), an updated primary bathroom and 1st floor powder room (2021), new water heater (2018), and a beautiful composite deck with a trellis and 2 octagonal bump-outs (2016). As you pull up to the home, you'll be greeted with lush landscaping, freshly painted shutters, front door, trim and garage doors. A covered front porch offers protection from the elements and leads to the entrance where you'll be greeted with gleaming hardwood floors. The foyer is flanked on one side by a large living room and a formal dining room on the other. Continuing forward you'll come to the heart of this home which is a completely renovated eat-in kitchen. This custom kitchen features 42” gray shaker cabinets with crown molding, new stainless steel appliances and range hood, a farm house sink, quart countertops, recessed lighting, and a large island with countertop seating. The kitchen seamlessly flows into the eat-in area, where sliders lead to a gorgeous backyard oasis. Enjoy entertaining or relaxing after a long day at work on your huge 12' x 30' maintenance-free deck complete with an attached trellis and 2 octagonal bump-outs, overlooking the fenced rear yard. The woods at the back of the property offer natural privacy, abundant wildlife, and a serene backdrop for this home. The eat-in kitchen also opens to a cozy family room with a wood-burning fireplace where you can relax around your favorite TV show, or entertain family and friends. The main level also features a renovated laundry room, updated powder room and a versatile first floor office for working from home, which could also be used as a first floor bedroom. Upstairs, the expansive owner's suite boasts hardwood floors, a huge walk-in closet with organizers, and a fully renovated primary bath. There are also 3 other sizable bedrooms on this level. The basement is finished with the Owens Corning Basement Finishing System offering insulation and sound absorption to the lower level. This large finished area is permitted and offers 500 square feet of living space for a rec room, workout area or extra office space, and it's equipped with an egress window. Other updates include a new roof & gutters (2013), and an updated HVAC (2012). This home's location offers you Appoquinimink's award-winning schools, all the amenities of Middletown, and a location just below the canal for easy commuting. MAKE THIS YOUR NEW HOME TODAY!!!