Presenting a uniquely reimagined and very special downtown property backing to Burlington Woods with a three-car garage! The open floor plan was extended to offer a beautifully upgraded kitchen (done in two phases) and a first-floor family room. Refinished hardwood floors flow from the versatile great room (with volume ceilings) through the dining room, kitchen, and the family room. Perfect home for entertaining as you can see through to the entire main level as you step into the welcoming foyer. Though technically a split-level, it lives like a step ranch, with three bedrooms and a walk-up finished attic on the second level, complete with an upgraded bathroom. The lookout lower level finished basement provides a large recreation/media room, a fourth bedroom, a spectacular remodeled second bathroom, laundry center, and easy access to a concreted crawl space for excellent storage. The owners also commissioned an architect to do plans for a potential major expansion understanding the uniqueness of the setting and proximity to downtown (plans available to view). The beauty and privacy of the setting is amazing! Walk to town, Centennial Beach and the library - not to mention the shops and restaurants! The riverwalk extension is steps away! Award-winning District 203 schools are just a few blocks away.