If you re looking for the perfect location and enjoy the outdoors here is the home for you! This property is a Certified Wildlife Habitat by Delaware Nature Society and backs up to preserved land by the City of Newark which connects to Rittenhouse Trail, an 8.5 mile hiking/biking trail along the Christina Creek. Now that we ve caught your interest prepare to be impressed by all the space this home has to offer! The welcoming foyer features large ceramic tile, an oversized coat closet and access to the powder room & one car garage. Continuing into the family room complete with brand new carpet (3/2020), new windows (3/2018), and a sliding glass door that opens onto the back patio. Priceless features such as the Walnut Live-edge mantle above the fireplace from an Amish woodshop in Hartly, DE is what makes this home unique. The patio s scenic view of the fenced in yard and wooded backdrop is the perfect place to birdwatch and see wildlife. Hosting a BBQ or inviting friends & family over to gather around the firepit will be easy in this private yard. The second level offers the much-desired open floorplan including living room and dining room with hardwood floors. Take notice of the trim work in the dining room which is reclaimed barn wood from Magnolia, DE. The bright kitchen includes a spacious pantry, ample cabinets, and gas stove. The convenient pass-through from the kitchen to the dining room is the perfect entertaining feature. The hall bathroom has been updated and offers two sinks. Three large bedrooms which includes the master suite and its private full bathroom are also located on the second level. That s not all the lower level includes a large rec room with new carpet (3/2020), two carpeted bonus rooms, a laundry room, plus a separate storage room. There is more entertaining & storage space at this home than you ve ever dreamed of! The home is located in the neighborhood of Elan which is a quiet friendly community offering sidewalks, a neighborhood park, and mature trees just minutes from downtown Newark and the University of Delaware. Act now to make this home yours!