Rare offering in exclusive, highly desirable Pembroke Estates! A stately stone exterior & magical environs beautified by lush landscaping & privatized by mature trees make 400 Garden Lane a true gem. Hidden away from it all but convenient to amenities, the home is nestled on 1.39 breathtaking acres in the area's most special neighborhood. This impressive 2-story Colonial sits on a very quiet, low-traffic street yet enjoys the company of friendly neighbors. Enjoy a world all your own, with walkability to the town & train! Recent updates include replastering/repainting the swimming pool, installing new pool equipment & painting the house inside & out. A circular drive welcomes your arrival & a flagstone walk leads to the covered main entry. A vestibule with brick flooring, coat closet & powder room proceeds to the gracious foyer with hardwood floors. A large opening accesses the spacious living room with a black granite fireplace & glass-paneled door to the flagstone terrace/pool, perfect for entertaining. Fine woodwork, finishes & architectural elements along with generous natural light grace all generously-sized rooms. The dining room adorned with moldings overlooks the rear grounds & spills out to the terrace. The cook can get creative in the gourmet center island kitchen styled with Wood Mode cabinetry, granite countertops & premium stainless steel appliances. Enjoy coffee in the adjacent vaulted breakfast room with dual skylights & a wall of windows facing the rear oasis. A library with built-ins & corner fireplace of richly paneled millwork showcases picturesque views. Gather in the light-bathed family room with a own glass door to the rear, striking ceiling beams, built-ins, V-groove paneling detailing & marble-surround fireplace. A laundry room, walk-in pantry & full bath optimize this level.Retire to your peaceful vaulted master suite occupying its own wing on the 2nd floor, with 2 walk-in closets & a renovated Carrera marble bath presenting a frameless glass shower & Whirlpool tub. Four more BRs, a vaulted sitting room & 2 full baths complete the comfort. Stairs rise to an unfinished attic for storage. The day-lit lower level with a recreation room, home theater, powder room & bonus room can be entered from the foyer & 2-car garage. Everyone will love playing on the front lawn around the huge pine tree or private rear property that makes living here incomparable.