20 Buccaneer LaneEast Setauket, NY 11733Price: $900,000

Sun-filled living spaces, distinctive character and a thoughtfully designed backyard come together at 20 Buccaneer Lane. Set on approximately 0.52 acres in East Setauket's Three Village School District, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers approximately 2,661 square feet living space, a covered front porch, established landscaping, an updated driveway and a distinctive carriage-style architectural roof. Hardwood floors, rich wood trim and Andersen windows complement the home's inviting character. The expansive great room features 10-foot ceilings, two skylights, oversized windows and glass doors connecting the interior to the outdoors. A separate family room with a brick fireplace and a formal dining room provide additional gathering spaces. Four bedrooms include distinctive built-in eave storage in upstairs rooms, while windowed bathrooms feature marble finishes. The eat-in kitchen offers wood cabinetry, granite countertops, a tile backsplash, sensor-operated faucets and a commercial-grade range hood vented to the exterior. An under-sink water filtration system serves a separate drinking-water faucet. A window-lined breakfast area overlooks the garden. New LG laundry appliances include a front-loading washer with a separate pedestal mini washer below, plus a dryer. Two app-controlled thermostats serve the first and second floors. The basement includes cedar closets, an exhaust fan for humidity control, a 275-gallon above-ground oil tank and a manual generator transfer switch. Outside, a spacious paved patio beneath a pergola and a curved brick wall create an inviting setting for outdoor dining. Enjoy the in-ground pool with its updated liner and cover, along with a large fish pond and waterfall. Designed by the owner, a horticultural designer, the grounds showcase a diverse collection of ornamental and unusual plants, layered garden beds, mature trees and seasonal blooms (includes Orange Azalea, Basket Flower, Purple Peony, Bellflower Tree, Dutch Bearded Iris, British Rose ~Little Price, Teasing Georgia Climbing Rose, Wavy-Edged Rose, Golden Celebration Rose, collection of David Austin Roses) . Thoughtful planting combinations and garden views create a distinctive landscape with changing color and texture throughout the seasons, complemented by the Wi-Fi controlled 8 Zone sprinklers. A separate 16-by-20-foot barn with electricity offers hobby and storage space, and a 2-car garage adds everyday convenience. Some photographs have been digitally enhanced.