main floor immediately feels fresh and welcoming. FLAT CEILINGS, updated lighting, warm flooring, and clean neutral walls give the home a bright, relaxed feel. Just off the foyer, a custom BUILT-IN BENCH AND STORAGE wall creates a beautiful drop zone for everyday life, while the spacious dining room gives you plenty of room for family dinners, holidays, and friends around the table. At the back of the home, the kitchen and living room come together in a comfortable layout made for gathering. The kitchen offers rich wood cabinetry, GRANITE countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large centre island with seating, and plenty of workspace and storage. From here, the living room is filled with natural light and centred around a GAS FIREPLACE, creating the kind of space that feels just as good on a quiet morning as it does with a house full of people. Step directly outside to the large rear deck, where the SOUTH-FACING exposure, mature trees, and landscaped yard create a private-feeling place to enjoy long summer afternoons, dinners outside, and time with the kids. Upstairs is where this floor plan really stands out. All THREE BEDROOMS ARE IMPRESSIVELY SIZED, giving everyone room to spread out. The primary bedroom accommodates a king-sized bed & connects to a WALK-IN CLOSET w/ updated WASHER/DRYER and beautifully refreshed ensuite w/ a DUAL VANITY, updated finishes, & a tiled shower with RAINFALL SHOWERHEAD. 2 additional oversized bedrooms share another refreshed 4pc bathroom. The developed basement adds another layer of flexibility. A MASSIVE REC ROOM gives you space for movie nights, a playroom, games area, gym. The a dditional bedroom has been cleverly designed for multipurpose living with a BUILT-IN MURPHY BED, making it easy to transition from home office to comfortable guest space whenever needed. There is also plenty of additional storage and utility space tucked away. Behind the scenes, some of the home’s most valuable improvements have already been taken care of. The original Poly-B plumbing has been REMOVED AND REPLACED WITH PEX THROUGHOUT, CENTRAL AC keeps summer comfortable, a WATER SOFTENER has been added, and the DOUBLE ATTACHED GARAGE is equipped with a GARAGE HEATER. Outside, the front porch and stairs have been refinished w/ garden boxes. Living in Douglasdale means enjoying an established SE community known for mature trees, parks, pathways, schools, & easy access to everyday amenities. With the Bow River pathway system and plenty of green space nearby, there are endless opportunities to get outside, while convenient routes make getting around the city simple. You will truly love living here! (id:62650)