Located on a beautiful, leafy and mature street in Alta Vista, this traditional custom built home has more than 4,100 square feet of updated above grade space to enjoy. This is a home designed for big family life and entertaining with enough space for everyone. The main floor has a separate office, large formal living room with gas fireplace overlooking the front of the home. A formal dining room with patio doors leading the backyard gardens is perfect for entertaining. At the heart of the home is the renovated kitchen with classic finishes, a large centre island, incredible storage, walk in pantry, oversized fridge, six burner Monogram gas stove & a bright eat in area with window surround. Just beyond is a spacious sunken family room with a gas fireplace and room for everyone to get comfortable. A renovated powder room and large mudroom off the double garage complete this level. Upstairs you will find six generously sized bedrooms and three bathrooms, giving families a rare combination of togetherness & personal space. The oh so lovely primary bedroom includes a spacious ensuite with glass enclosed steam shower & separate soaker tub.Just beyond is a unique bonus room with its own staircase to the main floor, wet bar, additional laundry, large windows, two closets and access to a three piece Jack and Jill bathroom. Four additional bedrooms ensure there is space for all.The lower level offers even more flexibility w a full bathroom, flex living or guest space, excellent storage, a large laundry room and a separate suite with its own kitchen, bathroom, living area & bedroom. With access from both the lower level & garage, it is an ideal setup for in laws, a nanny, older children or extended family to live or stay. Located close to CHEO, The Ottawa General Hospital and quick trip to downtown and Old Ottawa South. With room to come together & room to spread out this is the perfect home for a large family in one of Alta Vistas most established and loved neighbourhoods. (id:2493)