Nestled on a sidewalk-lined street in the heart of Merrick, this well-maintained four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath Colonial style home offers a blend of comfort, functionality and inviting indoor-outdoor living. Built in 1999, the home welcomes you with an entry foyer leading to spacious living and dining areas highlighted by hardwood floors, a gas fireplace and recessed lighting. The large eat-in kitchen provides generous storage and opens seamlessly to the family room with gas fireplace creating an ideal setting for everyday living and entertaining. Sliding doors lead to a paver patio and a private backyard featuring an in-ground swimming pool with a newer vinyl liner and updated gas heater - perfect for enjoying warm-weather days close to home. Upstairs, all four generously sized bedrooms are thoughtfully situated on one level, along with three skylights and a versatile landing area that can serve as a reading nook, workspace, or lounge area. Additional features include a primary suite with six feet seven inches by twenty-five feet nine inches closet and large private bathroom, Andersen Renewal windows, central air conditioning, gas heat, pull-down attic storage, in-ground sprinklers, two hundred amp electric service, a one-car attached garage, and an updated roof. The partially finished full basement offers additional flexibility with sheetrock walls, laundry area, updated heating system, seventy-five-gallon hot water heater, and whole-house hot water filtration system. Conveniently located near parks, shopping, dining, transportation, and South Shore amenities; this home offers space and features designed for today's lifestyle.