516 Spring Lake Ave Wilmington, DE 19809

A stunner on Spring Lake Ave.! Nestled on 1-acre enclave in N. Wilm. and enveloped in aura of tree-lined privacy, this 4BRs/2 ½ bath stately stone/gray siding home with outdoor oasis is magnificently perched on gently sloping, landscaped lawn with winding driveway, and touts all-around appeal. Stone-stacked beds of shrubs line stone sidewalk which leads to white railed, elevated front porch that is roomy enough for pair of chairs and exudes welcoming ambiance. Home’s upgrades include new BRs carpet (2021), recently renovated kitchen, new roof (2018), new HVAC (2016) and more! Front door opens to floorplan of dramatic angles, volume ceilings, oversized entrances and open spaces, while golden polished hardwood floors ground this dramatically designed home. Foyer features striking dual turned staircase, textured neutral-colored walls and crown molding. Beyond foyer is hall to kitchen with PR of distressed vanity with vessel sink, brushed gold hardware, new designer ceramic tile floor. 2 windows on front wall and stylish barely-there 2-tone custom painted walls of cappuccino/café au lait colors graces walls of formal LR to left of foyer, while opposite is equally impressive DR that boasts bronze wrought iron chandelier and matching windows and same custom painted walls, creating balance across front of home. Short hall off DR has closets on both sides and leads back to hub-of-home and heart-of-every gathering! Expansive and elegant hardwood floored kitchen is seamlessly linked to FR and stretches across back of home and together rooms echo openness and brightness of front of home. Gorgeous quartz countertops and farmhouse sink are favorably fused with creamy linen-colored cabinets with glass hardware/glass front upper cabinets with under cabinet lights. Subway tile backsplash with diamond accents is paired with sleek SS appliances. Center island with bar stools is highlighted by trio of pendant lights and offers comfortable and casual perch for dining around-the-clock. Tucked off kitchen is laundry room and oversized 2-car garage. Morning room is next in succession of open floorplan and is sun-drenched thanks to glass sliders on back wall that lead to deck. Opposite sliders is sizable alcove, perfect for beverage/coffee bar. FR with continued crown molding and hardwoods is perfectly proportioned. Angled gas FP with cream-color wood surround mirroring kitchen cabinets is on 1 wall and opposite is 2nd set of sliding doors offering circular floorplan from main rooms to outside. LL with high ceilings could easily be finished as rec/game/playroom. Steps from both foyer and hall lead up to generous 2nd level foyer where crown molding is repeated throughout and BRs/bath fan out clockwise. 3 secondary BRs feature new neutral carpeting and DD closets. Tiled floor full bath of white vanity with hues-of-blue countertop appropriately sits at top of steps and can serve as alternative guest bath when entertaining. Angled DD entrance leads into grand primary BR of retreat area made enhanced by arched window. Sweeping BR area is beyond and wraps to more square footage for extra furnishings, and walk-in closet. Sprawling primary bath boasts white tile floor, dual-sink vanity with same hues-of-blues countertop including makeup area, soaking tub and seamless shower. Indulge! Step out onto gray-toned deck, spacious enough for both conversation/dining areas. Ring of trees edge property and is preceded by berm of landscaped beds, while steps lead up to shed for stashing and storing and hammock for relaxing and recharging! Adjacent to deck is stone, open-air terrace. Admire stone-edged koi pond with black wrought iron bridge, mesmerizing waterfall and bubbly fountain. Enjoy unwinding on black wrought iron bench nestled in pocket of serenity. Relish 2 herb gardens outlined with railroad ties. Delight in wood trellis that leads around to front. Backyard is chock full of charm. Home is walkable to Bellevue State Park, nearby to I-95 Welcome Home!!