1706 Gunning Dr, Wilmington, DE 19803

Don't miss out on this beautiful all brick 5,625 sf custom colonial with 5 or 6 bedrooms and 4 full baths! Situated on a wooded .98 acre lot in one of N. Wilmington's most coveted communities, Forest Hills Park. Enter the new circular driveway, walk up the custom brick walkway to the flagstone front porch and enter this home which was made for entertaining. A slate foyer with turned hardwood staircase greets you. From the foyer, proceed thru an oversize doorway to the spacious LR with two floor to ceiling windows flanking a wood burning fireplace and accent wall of rich woodwork. A large walk-in bay window spans the rear wall for gorgeous views of the backyard sylvan splendor. There are stunning views from every window. Hardwood floors flow from the LR to an elegantly sized DR with another large picture window with views of the patio and secluded backyard. Just wait until you see this fully equipped eat-in kitchen with a wall of 3 large widows that give a panoramic view of the lushly landscaped front yard and entrance drive. The large island takes center stage, the kitchen boasts lots of storage and pantry space, recessed lighting, wet bar, desk area, wall of cabinets, and a trash compactor. Appliances include a Bosch DW, Sub Zero Fridge, Jenn Air cook top, Kitchen Aid oven, microwave, hot water dispenser, double sinks, along with endless counter space and LVF. A charming Tudor-style breakfast / sitting room is welcoming off the foyer and next to the kitchen - enjoy your morning coffee, afternoon tea , this space is offers lots of possibilities! Adjoining the kitchen is the large FR with a floor-to-ceiling wood burning FP w/raised hearth, hardwood flooring, and another large bow window with seating. Both the LR and FR offer outdoor access to a two-level flagstone terrace and secluded rear yard creating a circular floor plan and effortlessly linking the indoor and outdoor spaces. This trio of rooms is perfect for entertaining. Tucked off the main floor living spaces is a private studio with hardwoods, DD closet, and built-ins. This flexible space could be used as a study, office, in-law/au pair suite or A & C room - complete with a marble floored full bath. Up to the second floor - there are 5/6 bedrooms, all with awesome closet space and a full laundry room with washer and dryer, abundant counter and cabinet space. There are an 2 additional full bathrooms with double sinks, one with bathtub/shower and one with a shower stall. The Main Bedroom Suite has a walk-in closet and updated full luxury bathroom with pocket door, skylight, jet tub with lighted glass blocks, full length medicine cabinet, ceramic tiled flooring, glass block shower, double sinks and private toilet area. There is another pocket door from the Main Bedroom that leads to a second bedroom which can be used as a nursery/ separate bedroom or as an enormous walk-in closet/dressing room. The additional bedrooms are spacious with many beautiful window views, and there are possibilities for an upstairs office too! Check out the Attic with Pull-Down Stairs in the hallway. The storage space is truly unbelievable! Wait, there is still more! The furnished basement is perfect for a Media/Rec/Exercise/Hobby/Play Room with built-in storage cabinet/seating, a room with a sink, cabinets and counter space (great for hobby room or gardening), Bilco doors (outside egress), a separate utility room, wine cellar or storage/ workshop room. Many updates over the years include: bathrooms, roof, Marvin easy-clean windows, oversized rear entry, 2 car garage, with new doors and more. Bring your personal touches and make this your forever home! The beautiful community of Forest Hills Park is a quiet, secluded and convenient neighborhood. Minutes from shopping and restaurants. Close proximity to a pool club, golf courses, skating club, parks, the DE Greenway walking paths. Also minutes from the Amtrak train station, I-95, downtown Wilmington, Philadelphia Airport and so much more!!