A beautiful yard & elegant exterior welcome you to this exceptional home in one of Denver's favorite neighborhoods. Enter through the discreet front door into a living room used as a formal dining room with a warming fireplace. The home is light & bright, has plantation shutters, newly finished hardwood floors, and high ceilings. The heart of the home is the gourmet kitchen, equipped with all the appliances a cordon bleu cook wants, including double oven, gas cooktop, stylish range hood, and built-in microwave. Granite counters, wood cabinetry, pullout drawers, and a large island with breakfast bar make this space a chef's dream. The kitchen flows into the family room, which makes this space great for entertaining & everyday living. The family room opens to the low-maintenance private backyard, wired for sound & outdoor lighting - perfect for a BBQ with friends or to unwind. The 2-car detached garage provides additional storage. New carpeting leads upstairs to the primary bedroom, that radiates comfort and quiet elegance. This is an ideal retreat with cozy fireplace, walk-in closet, and beautifully designed bath. A 2nd bedroom has an ensuite bath, 2 closets, and additional storage. The lower level provides more living space & a fully wired media room, a 3rd spacious bedroom, separate bath & more storage. A bonus space on the top floor has a balcony with views of the park, mountains & neighborhood. This versatile open area could be a home office, studio, workout space, or sleeping area. Here, you're only 1/2 block from the park, with over 160 acres, lakes, gardens, and near the rec center. It's an easy stroll to schools, trails, restaurants, coffee with easy access to I-25 and Cherry Creek. You'll appreciate this home's quality construction, newer furnace and HVAC (2021), low maintenance gated front yard, and technology to support a lock-and-leave lifestyle. This is an outstanding opportunity to live in a fantastic neighborhood with an array of amenities nearby!