5 Hartford Lane

Welcome to 5 Hartford Lane, a charming 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom century home tucked on a quiet street in St. Stephen. Mature trees and a vibrant Japanese maple frame the attractive exterior, while a brick walkway lined with gardens leads you home. Inside, warm tones and a comfortable, welcoming feel give you the sense that youre at your beloved family cottage. The main level features two inviting living rooms with hardwood floors, one with a coffered ceiling and classic staircase, the other cozied up by a woodstove and flowing into your home office. The sun-filled kitchen glows with custom wood cabinetry, an arched hood over the cooktop, wall oven, an island with built-in wine rack, and a breakfast bar with seating for six, opening to a spacious and bright dining area. A full bathroom with granite vanity completes this level. The sun porch opens through French doors to an expansive back deck. Upstairs, wide-plank pine floors add charm to the sunny front bedroom and a versatile den, perfect as a home office, storage, or hobby room. At the top of the stairs, a conveniently located powder room. Down the hall are two more bedrooms, including the primary suite with double closets and a private ensuite. The recently updated walkout basement offers a family room with new flooring and a propane stove that keeps things cozy. A laundry area and a workshop with built-in workbenches complete the lower level. Outside, a vine-covered porch is the perfect spot for morning coffee. The private backyard steps down to a pond with fountain, a fire pit patio, and a babbling stream. A timber-frame cabana houses a rustic outdoor kitchen with BBQ, made for gathering with family and friends. A durable metal roof offers lasting peace of mind, and an efficient mini split heat pump keeps you comfortable in every season. Just a short walk to the Canada/US border, shops, restaurants, the Garcelon Civic Centre, schools and more.