Welcome home to this gorgeous Colonial featuring 3,212 square feet of elegant above-ground living space, plus an additional 1,784 square feet in the finished walkout basement. Nestled on a prime lot within the highly acclaimed Birmingham School District, Groves High School, this home offers serene water views of Simpson Lake—a quiet, non-motor lake—& beautiful perennial gardens that make you feel like you are in the peaceful countryside. Rest easy knowing major updates are already completed, including a newer roof (2021), added attic insulation (2021), gutters, and low-maintenance vinyl wrapped exterior wood (2015). The main floor boasts newer hardwood flooring(2021), recessed lighting, elegant crown moldings, & a beautifully updated large kitchen (2022) complete w/ premium cabinetry, a center island, & stainless-steel appliance (new dishwasher 2025) overlooking the water views. A convenient mudroom & laundry area sit right off the kitch & the insulated garage. Unwind in the spacious family rm, highlighted by a cozy FP (electric w/woodburning behind the FP wall), exposed beams, and premium Andersen drwalls opening to a deck w/ a clever under-deck storage shed. The traditional layout also incl a formal living & dining room designed for effortless entertaining. Upstairs, enjoy oversized bedrms, includ 2 w/WICs. The finished walkout basement vastly expands your living space to a total of 4,712 square feet (284 not finished), featuring a second family rm, a full tiled bathrm, a second kitchenette (w/ a stainless-steel refrigerator included), dedicated storage rooms, epoxy flooring, & a generator-ready electrical panel. Step outside the newer drwall to a custom, large brick paver patio to enjoy the peaceful privacy. Complete w/ newer Wallside & Andersen replacement windows & drwalls thru out, this lake-view gem offers the perfect blend of active living & top-tier schools. **SELLER OCCUPANCY is required thru August 16, 2026!!** AGENTS PLEASE READ AGENT REMARKS-IMPORTANT!!
