Downing Forge on the Brandywine is a premier 55+ community of 112 single family homes located near shops, restaurants, major roadways & the R5 train line. This home is flooded with natural light & backs to Open Space with beautiful views. On entering, to right of the 2-story Foyer is a nicely-sized Guest Bedroom and Full Bath. Straight ahead is the formal Dining Room which is open to the Living Room/Great Room with marble-surround gas fireplace & vaulted ceiling with fan. To the left is the eat-in Kitchen with plenty of counter space and a pantry. The stove, microwave (new) and dishwasher are stainless. There is also a Sunroom (an upgrade when home was built), which is the perfect spot for reading, office space, enjoying your favorite beverage or stepping out to the 17x10 composite deck. A Hallway will take you to the Master Bedroom Suite with walk-in closet & full bath including large shower with built-in seat. The Laundry Room with utility sink & access to the 2-car garage with service door to the side yard completes the Main Floor. Upstairs you will find the spacious finished Loft. This flexible space could be used as an Office, Craft/Hobby Room, for additional sleeping, or whatever your needs may be. The walk-out, daylight Basement offers a large open area (perfect for games), a cedar-lined walk-in closet for storing off-season clothes, a storage/craft room & a large workshop/storage area. The basement could easily be finished if you require additional living space and there is roughed-in plumbing for a full bath. Community amenities include a Clubhouse with large gathering room (rentable for special occasions), full kitchen, fitness room, library, pool, hot tub, tennis/pickleball courts & bocce court. There are scheduled weekly activities & special events throughout the year. Association fees cover lawn maintenance (with annual mulching, tree/shrub pruning & gutter cleaning) and snow removal (including your driveway & sidewalk). A one-year Home Warranty will be provided free to Buyers. Kitchen Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer & Garage Freezer are included. Stucco inspection done in April, 2018 (no issues; report available). This property has so much to offer; schedule your appointment today!