Sitting in a lovely neighborhood on a road that ends in a cul-de-sac, this well-maintained 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath Colonial framed by a magnificent natural boulder in the front yard, majestic trees, and a flat & secluded private yard offers a peaceful retreat off of Rio Road and minutes from all the conveniences of Charlottesville. The inviting layout incl an updated eat-in kitchen w/new stainless-steel appl's and granite countertops that opens to a cozy family room with a fireplce and French drs that gives way to the screened in porch deck, perfect for outdoor bar-b-q and dining. The adjoining formal DR framed by a bay window provides an elegant gathering space, opening on to a spacious living room with built in shelves, already wired for surround sound. Wood floors integrate the foyer and den with built-in shelves on one wall perfect to use as a home office. Upstairs, you'll find the primary suite with a full bathroom along with one oversized bedroom, two add'l bedrooms & a hallway bathroom. The finished terrace lvl provides endless possibilities with a large recreation room with another fireplace, exiting to a covered porch through a large sliding door, a brightly lit laundry room with ample strge, and 2-car garage w/blt-in shelves