This is a special home! Three storey single family home perfectly situated on a quiet street, this move in ready Old Ottawa South/Rideau Gardens home strikes a graceful balance between understated charm and contemporary living. Offering the perfect blend of comfort, warmth, style & convenience.Just a short stroll from the Canal and Ottawa River trails, step inside to discover sun flooded rooms wrapped in classic detailing and hardwood warmth. The front porch welcomes you, tucked in and perfect for morning coffees or an evening relax. Nicely updated, offering great flow and layout. The living and dining room are open to each other and offer great space for both entertaining and family living. The kitchen is nicely appointed and has ample cabinetry and good counter space, sliding glass doors open to the backyard/garden. It is an exceptionally welcoming space where conversations flow, dinners are shared, and the expansive garden views bring nature indoors. Main floor powder room, side door entry complete the main level. Upstairs, the sleeping quarters offer comfort and simplicity. Three bedrooms and a good sized main bath. Third floor loft is a wonderful bonus space, great for kids playroom, home offices. The renovated lower level offers versatile space, perfect for guests, children or an at home office. It houses the laundry room is bright and smartly organized, a large open main space for tv area or kids playroom, full bath and a workshop. It also has ample storage. The outdoors are equally compelling. The oversized fenced private garden/yard offers an oasis in this urban setting, perfect for summer dinners under the stars, wonderful space for the kids to play or the dog to run. It is more than just a home its a lifestyle. Boasting proximity to excellent schools, parks, shopping, Ottawa Tennis Club, Ottawa River and the Canal! Private drive and garage. Boiler/2024.Roof/2017.Lead service/sewer/2018.Ductless AC/2018.EV charge/2024.Foundation Waterproof/2023.24 hrs irr. (id:2493)