1835 Contessa Dr, Bismarck, ND 58503

Stunningly updated spacious ranch style home in upscale NW Bismarck neighborhood. This striking one-of-a-kind home offers convenient, luxurious family living with nearly 6,000 furnished square feet. The 3,000 square foot completely updated main level offers a dramatic entry way with two sets of French doors, a hand-crafted knotty alder barn door closet, and beautiful hardwood floors that lead you to an open concept kitchen, dining and family living space. The gourmet kitchen and dining area is perfect for entertaining with stainless steel appliances, subway tile backsplash, white/black cabinetry, large island, granite countertops, warming drawer, walk-in pantry, a wet bar/wine room, and a plethora of seating for large family gatherings! The sizable family room includes a beautiful stack-stone gas fireplace, hardwood floors, wood blinds, and lots of natural light. Enjoy the cozy four season sunroom with heated "wood-look" tile flooring, knotty alder accent ceiling, custom tiled electric fireplace, and sliding doors that open on to a private deck overlooking the backyard with gorgeous mature trees and concrete landscape curbing that make for enjoyable private indoor-outdoor living. A large main floor master suite includes a spa tub, shower, two separate sinks/vanities and private toilet. There are two walk-in closets with TONS of storage. A main floor mudroom, half bath, and laundry room make family living easy and organized. Two more private bedrooms/office, a bright sunny living room, and another full bath with two sinks and large granite vanity complete this main floor. An over-sized, unique stairway descends into a large 2,800 square foot finished lower level. This level has 9 foot high ceilings and large daylight windows which bring in a tremendous amount of natural light. Two bedrooms, with a "Jack and Jill" walk though bathroom, give each child their own walk-in closet and updated sink vanity. Another large bedroom and bathroom is perfect for guests or grandparents. The extended, open entertainment area has plenty of room to meet the interests of any family… whether one prefers playroom areas, game tables, movies, or all of the above. This lower level also includes an accommodating exercise room, a second laundry, and ample sized storage room with plenty of sturdy shelving to help keep the busy family healthy, clean, and organized. A second, conveniently located stairway leads from the basement to the garage. This over-sized 1,023 square foot garage is insulated and heated with hot/cold water to the utility sink which makes cleaning and projects easy, and includes an abundance of storage space for sporting gear, bikes and vehicles. The large, flat driveway is perfect for basketball and skateboarding. This private, high-end neighborhood is just minutes from Centennial Elementary, Horizon Middle and Century High Schools. It is also conveniently located and walking distance to shopping, dining and interstate access. This home is ready for family living at its finest!