716 Racine St, Bellingham, WA 98229

Beautifully maintained and updated Puget neighborhood home combining grand architecture, with worry-free structural upgrades. Passing the extra-large, completely flat driveway, you are greeted by an oversized 3-car garage wrapped in custom integrated cabinetry, with space for hobbies, tools, and much more. Step through the front door to find the striking grand curved staircase framed by soaring 10-foot ceilings across the formal living and dining spaces. Designed to entertain, the kitchen features quartz countertops, flowing into the cozy family room with beautifully updated stone-front gas fireplace. Leading out to the backyard a large, attached covered patio showcasing warm, cedar ceilings and a brand-new custom cedar deck, perfect for year-round entertainment. The peaceful, easy-care backyard is enveloped with a variety of beautiful perennials and trees, and a raised garden bed. The generous 2,799 sq ft floor plan hosts 3 spacious bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, intentionally zoned for exceptional functionality with dual laundry rooms on both floors. Escape to the massive vaulted primary suite, where custom closet cabinetry meets an opulent, extra-large bathroom. Indulge in a sit-down vanity, dual sinks, a jetted tub, and a massive double shower equipped with dual showerheads. Unwind every evening to majestic sunset views and rolling Cascade Mountains. With the major home updates taken care of, this property offers ultimate peace of mind featuring a brand-new roof, new gutters, brand new sump-pump and outside drain system, a brand new high-efficiency heating system, brand new central AC unit with exterior cover, brand new washers and dryers on both levels (one set never used yet}, a brand new dishwasher, and elegant new exterior lighting. Easy access to I-5, Whatcom Falls Park, Lake Padden, and entry to a beautiful trail system located just a short stroll away from your front door. Don't miss the opportunity to see this extra-special home in a neighborhood that truly has it all.