A private, peaceful and tranquil setting highlights this lovely 4 bedroom 2.5 bath two story colonial located in the sought after community of West Branch and the communities Hidden Valley Park which is located in the center of the community and maintained by the City of Newark. One mile loop popular with the dog walkers and runners. Walking distance to Newark s fabulous Main Street where you can enjoy a wide variety of restaurants, local shops and social activities. the new Food Lion in Fairfield Shopping Center, UD's North Campus and within the Newark Charter School s 5 mile radius requirement. This gorgeous home is situated on a cul-de-sac on half acre lot offering great curb appeal and peaceful seclusion on the rear deck. Rear deck over looks a soothing creek and extended wooded area. Upon entering the front door guests feel welcomed into a two story center hall foyer with newer hardwood flooring throughout most of first floor. The well appointed and spacious kitchen has a breakfast area and center island overlooks the rear yard and has access to the rear deck. Open to the kitchen is a family room large enough for all family gatherings and offers a gorgeous brick fireplace with raised hearth, custom mantel and gleaming hardwood floors. There is also a formal living room with hardwood floors and a Lennox pellet stove which greatly reduces heating bills. There is also a formal dining room with gleaming hardwood floors. At the end of the day escape to the expansive owner s suite with four piece master bath with soaking tub, separate shower, tiled floors, dual vanities and a huge walk-in closet to enjoy. The 2nd floor offers large bedrooms a full hall bath. The walk-out lower level has a new french drain and new sliders to a rear patio. The basement offers tons of storage or future living space. The 2 car front entry garage has a finished interior with garage door openers. Sliding glass doors lead to the rear deck where ever changing lush landscape surrounds the property and delights the eye. Updates and improvements include new front door and sidelights, new hot water heater, new basement sliders, new master bath shower, hardwood floors 3 years old. This property is located minutes to area conveniences, DE, MD, local golf courses, area parks, playgrounds, ball fields, basketball courts also the White Clay Creek Nature Preserve and the Fair Hill Nature Preserve w/over 3000 acres of nature trails, picnicking, bike trails, fishing and horseback riding.