222 Dallam Rd Newark, DE 19711

Noteworthy home nestled in niche of Newark! Fabulous, spacious 3 BRs/3 bath home, within walking distance to heart of downtown Main Street Newark with its charming mix of restaurants and shopping, boutiques and cafes plus, merely steps away from U of D campus. Classic white siding with black shutters farmhouse Colonial features wrap-around-to-the-back driveway, expansive front lawn and sprawling country-style covered front porch where bench and watering can look at home! Large, light-filled rooms, new fresh, soft paint and private, fenced-in backyard create lovely, livable space. Wide foyer is first indicator of just how large and spacious rooms are throughout. Original hardwoods, arch doorways and traditional, exposed turn staircase are beloved characteristics maintained from this 1940s home. PR with ceramic tile floor and decorative window millwork, along with huge closet (1 of many in home) are right off foyer. To right, double-width arch doorway grants access to sweeping LR with hardwoods and built-ins flanking window on far wall, and FP with brick hearth lends texture. Archway also appears in entrance to DR, which is both colorful and cozy thanks to sage green paint, chair rail and wide baseboards. Room exudes inviting ambiance whether it s casual sit-down or formal dinner! Charming yesteryear feature of swing door leads into kitchen, where wonderful features are designed to delight! Built-in, dual-glass door cabinet for china, deep ledge below window for basket of fruit and white-tile gorgeous garden window for potted plants and thriving herbs. Black breakfast bar juts out and is striking contrast to white cabinets, while white-tile Aztec influence backsplash with accents of green, black and red provide pop of color. Sunken FR with knotty pine paneling, trio of built-in shelves and wood-burning stove conveys instant warmth, while glass sliders to patio provide a balance with natural light. FR also offers extra elegance with 2nd front entrance that leads out to brick paver patio and driveway. Floor plan wraps back around to foyer, confirming convenient circular floor plan. Light and airy room off back is fabulous flex space with serene backyard views and quiet surroundings. Use this room to meet your family s needs, whether it s an office, work-out area or rec room, it s your choice! All hardwood staircase leads to open upper level of 2nd-floor foyer with ample space for couch, desk or chair. MBR offers all kinds of perks and personality. Its large BR area is enhanced with separate dressing/retreat room easily used for after-work, before-bed relaxing space, while 2 sets of DD closets offer plenty of room to stash all-season clothing. 2 additional BRs with hardwood floors and their own baths also feature large closets and lots of natural light. Note home s spacious 2nd level laundry room with extra space for hanging, folding and stacking, and 4 heat/AC zones! Contemporary curved patio complements expansive, flat backyard and even features bump-out for grill. Set of Adirondack chairs begs all to take a seat for morning coffee, and dining set stands ready for backyard BBQs! Tall trees dot property and perennial beds provide year-after-year color. Enjoy gardening, jogging, biking and more! A true delight on Dallam Rd.!