Step through the front gate to a welcoming front porch, setting the tone for this spacious, light-filled home. The open floor plan provides excellent flow, starting with a formal living room and dining room, both featuring updated lighting. The main level also includes a butler's pantry leading to a gourmet kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances, a center island, and a breakfast room. Adjacent is the expansive family room, anchored by a handsome brick gas fireplace, offering direct access to a charming screened porch-ideal for outdoor relaxation.Beautiful hardwood flooring runs throughout the main level, which also features a private home office with a bay window, a tastefully renovated powder room, and a mudroom with a coat closet for added convenience.The second level is highlighted by a spacious primary bedroom with rustic hand-scraped hickory hardwood floors, dual walk-in closets, and a ceiling fan. The luxurious primary bathroom, renovated in 2022, offers a true spa-like retreat. Three additional bedrooms, all with new lighted ceiling fans, a stylishly updated hall bathroom, a sun-drenched seating area, and a convenient laundry room complete this level.The finished lower level is an entertainer's dream, featuring a custom wine cellar with elegant built-in racking and accent lighting. There's also a bar area with maple cabinetry, a built-in bar table, refrigerator, and sink. The recreation room includes a TV area, 8-foot pool table, and plenty of space to relax. A fifth bedroom, an updated full bathroom, luxury vinyl plank flooring, ample storage, and walk-up access to the backyard add further versatility.Outside, the private backyard boasts a flagstone patio and grilling area, perfect for gatherings, and leads to the detached two-car garage. Recent updates include a Cedar Shake roof (2015), HVAC system (2014), and HardiPlank siding (2017).Nestled next to a lush tree preserve, this home offers both privacy and tranquility, yet is only a few blocks from the Kentlands community pool, tennis and pickleball courts, and clubhouse. Plus, it's just a short distance from the vibrant shopping, dining, and entertainment options that the Kentlands community is known for.This version enhances the flow, adds warmth, and emphasizes key features while keeping it easy to read and appealing.