1200 Brook Dr, Wilmington, DE 19803

Breathtaking beauty on Brook Drive! Nestled on quiet tract of land off Baynard Blvd., this 1946-established coveted community of Normandy Manor sits across from Shellburne Park, is mins. from I-95 and showcases collection of stately homes, meticulously maintained lawns and permeating peacefulness. Situated on serene circle, this 3BRs/2.5bath updated home has no-through traffic and abundance of gorgeous gardens. Updates include new Bradford White water heater w/expansion tank, Amana AC unit, roof GAF Premium with metal roofing front door/bay window, Pella patio doors/windows, Kenmore W & D, exterior siding, fresh paint (2018), remodeled kitchen, hardwood floors, sunroom~s slate floor, Rain Bird lawn/bed irrigation system, Invisible Fence, landscaping and more! Tiered brick trimmed steps lead to recently pushed back covered entry with yellow-edged glass front door and red-brick/gray siding home. Inside, handsome hardwood floors, light-hued paint and added wall in foyer offer space for sofa table/artwork and cleverly creates office beyond. To left is a gem! Succession of 7 sets of glass sliders envelope sunroom in natural light and provide stellar views to landscaped areas. Although clean lines and openness prevail, plank ceiling, exposed white brick wall and slate floor offer rustic touch. Curl up with coffee, unwind after long day! Hall from foyer leads back past study with tons of charm where hardwoods meld with brick wood-burning FP and multiple windows offer sunlight and views! Past study is PR with marble tile floor, pedestal sink and beadboard. To right of foyer through arched doorway is DR where elegance and formality reign with crown molding. Beautiful bay window claims front wall and begs for potted plants and framed photos, instantly adding splash of greenery and personality to room! Cabinet sits below, providing built-in, out-of-the-way storage for china and glassware. ~ wall links DR to sleek, iconic B & W kitchen. Stunning! This remodeled forward-thinking, on-point kitchen boasts striking B & W granite countertops, streamlined white cabinets with inset bar hardware and SS appliances (Thermador dual-fuel professional range). Open dual corner shelving offers easy access to stacked plates, bowls and platters and sits opposite glass-paned cabinets with coffee/bev. bar beneath. Beyond kitchen is vaulted ceiling dining nook where track lighting and natural light from 2 sets of glass sliders are married to create sun-infused space and extended countertop is home to farmhouse-deep sink and tuck-under stools. Adjacent is laid-back locale FR, where diagonally placed furniture maximizes angled wood-burning FP and creates comforting space. Glass sliders and series of wrap-around windows keep room light and bright. Off FR is walk-in pantry and 2-car garage with outside access. Unfinished LL is spacious, and open. 2nd level features bath with hardwoods, square-basin pedestal sink, marble edged jetted tub/shower and beadboard, along with 2 big secondary BRs with cream carpeting (hardwoods underneath). One BR has walk-up steps to floored attic, which has possibilities! MBR is large with walk-in closet. Vaulted ceiling presides over dressing room and bathroom with apex window and free-standing glass stain window accent. Dressing room has white brick wall, tan-tile vanity/sink and make up vanity. DD reveal W & D, while full bath with white brick wall, ~ privacy wall, and dual window is adjacent. Lovely trellis leads to backyard oasis, where low maintenance perennials thrive, making high impact with color and varying heights. Curved beds edge gray privacy fence. Sun-splashed terrace off kitchen has brick wall and grouping of chairs and tea table. Stone-stacked Koi Pond with calming fish and rhythmic waterfall is surrounded by green beds and offers serenity and beauty. Sheltered patio is tucked off FR with lush plants and shrubs, while mature-aged tree offers canopy of shade. Model-like home, move-in ready!