Beautiful, 4 BR, 2 1/2 BA home in the picturesque community of Belle Terre. This home is situated on nearly an acre (.96 acres) with a private, park-like setting and has a 2 car side entry garage. As you walk into the slate foyer of this meticulously maintained center hall Colonial, you will discover a layout that is a perfect flow for hosting company and entertaining with the formal living room to your left and a formal dining room to your right. Through the front hall, the open concept floor plan with beautifully finished hardwood floors offers a recently updated eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, tile backsplash, stainless appliances, a center island, and a breakfast area that leads to the rear sunroom. Adjacent to the kitchen, the family room has oversized windows overlooking the wooded rear lot and a floor-to-ceiling brick gas fireplace. The first-floor office is conveniently located off the kitchen.  The main floor is completed by a powder room and mud/laundry room leading into a private rear hardscaped back patio.  The home has an oversized 2 car garage with tons of space for extra storage. The upstairs boasts 3 generous-sized bedrooms and a shared full hall bath with double sinks.  At the top of the stairs is the owner's suite. This welcoming retreat includes a modern updated full bathroom and two large closets with built-in organizers. The finished lower-level recreation room is great for large gatherings and has plenty of space for extra storage.  Recent updates include new HVAC system, new hybrid hot water heater and whole house water filtration system. This lovely home is in the heart of Hockessin and the Red Clay School District, close to many popular restaurants and shopping. Schedule your tour of this fabulous home today!