229 Oakwood Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803

Outstanding floorplan, amazing outdoor spaces and only the finest in Oakwood Rd.! Commanding coveted corner lot in N. Wilm., this stone/siding 3BRs/2 full baths/2 PR plus bonus/4 th BR home is accented with Colonial blue shutters/dual glass-pane front door and perched on gently sloping hill. Dual- width paver driveway, front-entry 2-car garage, and stone-stacked curved wall with beds chock full of groomed hedges, mature trees, and robust plantings. Spectacular curb appeal awaits you! Step inside to golden, original hardwood floors, creamy palette of earth-tone paint, and white trim are throughout. Hints of detailed architectural characteristics are revealed in arch doorway, deep window ledges, dramatic wainscoting, custom build-ins, whisper of knotty pine accents, bonus-space additions and more. Hardwood staircase is to right along with PR/hall closet, arch doorway leading to back of home is straight ahead and oversized entrance to left grants access to LR. There’s a glimpse now of circular floorplan with main living areas effortlessly connected. LR stretches out with generous square footage, affording space for multiple conversation areas to dot room. 2 windows sit on front wall, while lovely gas FP anchors far wall. Inviting space! 1/2-glass pane door leads to sunken sunroom that exudes undeniable charm. It’s a beautiful blend of white exposed brick, handsome knotty pine, succession of windows and glass slider. Catch up on latest best seller, curl up for afternoon nap, or connect with friends over cool drinks. It’s a glorious off-the-hub-of-the-home space that offers calming views, and soothing ambiance. From LR DD fold back to disclose TV room/office with white panel walls that add texture. Full wall of custom built-in drawers sit beneath oversized window, while back wall is home to custom built-in bookshelves that flank 2 nd window. Door grants access to sprawling DR that is equally impressive with its width! 4 consecutive almost floor-to-ceiling windows grace back wall, confirming its large size. Chair rail and wainscoting are paired with neutral paint to create natural backdrop. With views to lush backyard, it’s ideal spot to host formal dinners or impromptu gatherings! From the kitchen, the DR offers an intimate setting in moment’s notice. Kitchen is luxury-plus! Spacious addition grants extra room. Expansive kitchen area now flows into wide-planked ceiling, sun-infused breakfast nook thanks to a trio of windows and French doors. Modern amenities such as Jenn-air stove, ceramic tile floor, bevel-edged granite countertops and ceramic glass tile backsplash are fused with rustic beauty of natural wood millwork, natural cherry cabinets and floor-to-ceiling pantry/desk area with built-in bookcases. Center island acts as connector and offers stool seating, while glass-pane cabinets hang above. Tucked off morning nook is W & D and off kitchen is access to garage/unfinished LL with PR . 2 nd level offers 2 secondary BRs where hardwoods, roomy closets and natural light continue. Relish 4 th BR/bonus room that is substantial in size and features closet and 1/2 door storage, 2 skylights and angled ceiling. A gem! Additionally, there is linen closet, walk-in hall closet, partially floored attic, and new hall bath (2015) with grey/blue tile floor, granite-topped vanity, beadboard and all-tile tub/shower. Primary BR was renovated for more space and is stunning! Appreciate built-in bookcases flanking window seat, delightful retreat area and 3 DD closets! Gorgeous! Hall leads back to gray tile private bath with shower and square pedestal sink. Backyard is a sanctuary! Sweeping 2-tier Trex deck with 2 built-in benches wraps to brick terrace, all enveloped in evergreens and plantings with indoor access to both kitchen and sunroom. Peaceful, private, and perfect for entertaining! Steps from Rt. 202 corridor, mins. from I-95, 10 mins. to downtown Wilm., and 30 mins. to Phil. Airport.