Pick of Pike Creek! Tucked off of Stoney Batter Rd. amid rolling hills of Pike Creek, offering blend of scenic countryside and small-town surround, is this 3-levels-of-living townhome with 3 BRs and 1 fully-finished walk-out basement. Elegantly curved sidewalk, brick-paver open-air front terrace and healthy dose of shrubs/greenery precede this classic red-brick exterior front highlighted by stone-gray shutters home. New updates include planned backyard landscaping (2020), new staircase/LL carpet/ new kitchen with added lighting/refinished hardwood floors/new front door, millwork and window/fresh neutral paint and new electrical switches/outlets (2017). Step inside to light-filled, approx. 1,700-sq.-ft. home that offers generous living space, and backs to wooded county parkland. Ceramic tile inset, crown molding and new black rought-iron ceiling light define this welcoming niche where there is room for side table and perfect perch for brightly-colored rug, while beyond are glimpses of new neutral-color paint and rich refinished hardwood floors. Open-slated, newly-carpeted staircase is flushed against wall, and does indeed open up area thanks to its design. To left is angled entrance into 1st-floor BR with crown molding and roomy closet, or in this case, cleverly-created DR. Great flex space to layout rooms to meet your needs and lifestyle. There's plenty of room against walls for either bed and dresser or DR table/chairs with coordinating china closet. Hall juts off to convenient full bath on this level. Polished tumble marble ceramic tile-looking floor is paired with modern, rounded wood drawer vanity with European-style basin, while crown molding pops against deep sky-blue painted walls. Spacious tucked-away DD closet is perfect for stashing coats, boots and accessories. Hardwood floors extend into upscale kitchen. Dark rich cherry cabinets with room above for personality-defining decor and built-in wine rack, and suite of Kenmore black/SS appliances are highlighted by polished angled white subway tile backsplash and collection of cream, black and flecks of burgundy granite countertops. Lengthy countertop with bar stools slipped underneath does double duty as both extra prep space and delightful dining area! Full wall sits adjacent to kitchen area and touts ample space for generously-sized entertainment center with track lighting offering extra spot lighting. FR space has continued hardwoods and crown molding with bonus addition of wood-burning FP, one of 2 in home. Gathering of FR furnishings create comfortable, cozy space. Glass sliders grace back wall and lead out to extended, elevated deck bordered by privacy walls on either side. Views to gently sloping upward backyard and tree-lined park beyond are uninterrupted and provide all-season beauty. Spot deemed for weeknight drinks and weekend BBQs! Carpeted steps lead down to fully-finished, bonus, carpeted walk-out rec/game/play room. Large room to configure pockets of designated space including computer station/exercise area/TV zone, all highlighted by beautiful wood-burning FP and 2 sets of track lighting. Big closet and under-the-steps area combined offer great storage and help to maintain element of neatness. Glass sliding doors lead out to 2nd splendid outdoor area of covered patio and wondrous park views. Carpeted steps from main living space lead to upper level, home to 2 sprawling master suites, both offer hardwood floors, crown molding, cherry ceiling fans, plenty of closet space and en-suite baths! Situated at opposite sides of home, floor plan is designed to offer extra measure of privacy with W & D tucked in between. Appreciate abundance of privacy and peacefulness, yet relish being steps away from Pike Creek Shopping Center, mins. from Hockessin, HAC, White Clay Creek/Carousel Park and equal distance to Wilm. and Newark with Rt. 2 corridor and myriad of conveniences at your fingertips! Pike Creek perfect!