903 Heather Avenue

Description

Welcome to this sun-drenched, south-facing expanded Victorian beauty, graced with a welcoming front porch and perched on a hill overlooking scenic Sligo Creek Park. This elegant property showcases timeless character with wood floors, delightful nooks, stunning windows, open concept living, and striking architectural details. The incredible natural light flowing into this home creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, complemented by the soothing sounds of birds chirping and the gentle babbling of the creek. This is a place where one can truly find peace, tranquility, and happiness.The inviting covered wrap-around front porch sets the tone as you enter the home. Inside, the formal dining room features crown molding and decorative columns, seamlessly flowing into the living room with walls of windows and an office alcove. The light-filled family room boasts a gas fireplace and opens to the gourmet kitchen, a true culinary delight with granite counters, a center island, stainless steel appliances, a new dishwasher, and a pantry. Adjacent to the kitchen is a bright breakfast area with picturesque park views. A powder room completes this level.The second level offers three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a lovely primary suite with an office nook, a spacious bathroom with a double vanity, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. The top level features an additional primary suite with incredible windows with park views, a vaulted ceiling, custom built-ins, a sink and wet bar, a walk-in closet, a linen closet, recessed lighting, an office niche, and a private bathroom with glass tile accents and a sun tunnel skylight. This level also provides access to eave storage. The bedroom includes a distinctive door with a green glass panel, allowing natural light to flood the room while maintaining privacy.The lower level includes a semi-finished recreation room with recessed lighting, a mudroom entry, laundry, and access to the garage. This level also has a rough-in for a potential bathroom.Outside, the property offers two charming porches, including a rear porch with grapevines, as well as a garage, a driveway, and lush mature plantings. The landscaping includes a fruit-bearing fig tree, crape myrtles, a pomegranate tree, maple trees, cherry blossoms, and many other gorgeous plantings.Ideally located near Sligo Creek Park and its scenic trails, this home is also just steps from Sligo Creek Playground, perfect for outdoor fun and recreation. It is close to the Takoma Park Library and Community Center and just one mile from the Takoma Park Metro Station. Enjoy the vibrant charm of Takoma Park with its strong sense of community, local shops, restaurants, a popular farmers' market, and entertainment options in both Takoma Park and downtown Silver Spring. This close-knit neighborhood is known for its lively block parties, Halloween gatherings, and friendly meetups, making it a truly special place to call home.