Description

Beautifully appointed two-story Colonial situated on a private 1.02-acre homesite in the highly sought-after Avondale School District, within the rarely available Elk Ridge Farms community. A welcoming foyer is flanked by elegant formal spaces. The formal living room offers flexible use as a private office or den and features crown molding and brand-new neutral carpeting. The dining room is appointed with chair rail, double crown molding, recessed lighting, and gleaming hardwood floors. The entire home has been professionally painted in a fresh, neutral palette and includes new carpet and padding throughout. Hardwood floors in the foyer, lower hall, powder room, kitchen, and breakfast area have been expertly refurbished. At the heart of the south-facing rear of the home is a stunning center island kitchen designed to impress. It features Century raised-panel all-wood maple cabinetry with crown molding, cabinet-depth drawers, a lazy susan, and base cabinet rollouts. The breakfast bar includes a gas downdraft grill and two-burner cooktop—perfect for indoor grilling. Granite countertops, a tile backsplash, and recessed lighting complement the upgraded stainless steel appliance package, highlighted by a Wolf gas range with convection oven, an over-the-range microwave, a Cove dishwasher, and a Bosch multi-drawer refrigerator. A double sink with a commercial-style faucet completes this exceptional space. The kitchen opens seamlessly to the spacious breakfast room with an atrium door leading to a private rear deck. This area flows into a bright and inviting family room featuring a gas fireplace with a colonial mantel, slate hearth and surround, and automated curtains. A convenient pantry and laundry area include a Speed Queen commercial-grade washer and dryer, trash compactor, and utility sink. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite offers a tray ceiling, recessed lighting, ceiling fan, dressing and sitting areas, a large walk-in closet, and a four-piece tiled en-suite bath. The secondary bedrooms are generously sized, with two offering walk-in closets and one featuring a dedicated desk area. The daylit lower level includes above-grade windows, a walk-out sliding glass door, and a rough-in for a full bath—ready to be finished to suit your families needs. Mechanical updates include a high-efficiency propane Ameristar HVAC system and Bradford White high-efficiency propane water heater (both installed in 2018), 200-amp circuit breakers, and a plug-and-play generator setup. The space also offers abundant outlets—ideal for a future workshop. Additional highlights include an oversized 27’ x 23’ side-entry garage with rear service door, extended driveway, fresh paint, and excellent storage throughout. The private exterior setting features a deck with stairs to grade, an arbor leading to a brick paver patio, a koi pond with water fountain, and thoughtfully designed landscaping and plantings. Ideally located in a walkable community with convenient access to Delaware, this exceptional property offers space comfort, and timeless appeal in an outstanding location.