740 E Morningside Drive NE

Description

This immaculate and stately home, located in the heart of Morningside, offers a prime location just seconds away from Morningside Elementary, Piedmont Park, Sydney Marcus Park, the Atlanta BeltLine, and the vibrant shops and restaurants of Morningside Village, and Virginia-Highland. As you enter through the welcoming covered front entry and double front doors, you're greeted by a soaring two-story foyer adorned with gorgeous wood-accented walls and a striking wood staircase featuring iron balusters. The foyer seamlessly flows through an arched doorway into the formal living space, where a warm fireplace is flanked by built-in bookcases and cabinetry. Stunning sunny windows with arched tops illuminate the room, creating an inviting atmosphere. The living room opens up to a banquet-sized dining room with a coffered ceiling, providing an ideal setting for entertaining. This space is bathed in natural sunlight, enhancing its charm. The spacious family room, featuring another fireplace and French doors leading to the level backyard, is open to the breakfast area and kitchen. The bright and roomy kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, including a built-in warming drawer, wall oven, and microwave. Painted cabinetry with stone counters, a large center island with a breakfast bar, and a breakfast nook overlooking the backyard complete the kitchen. The main level also includes a full bath with a marble-topped vanity and shower, along with a versatile bedroom that could serve as a home office, guest suite, or playroom. Upstairs features four large bedrooms and three bathrooms. The primary bedroom is remarkable in size and features a deep tray ceiling with a ceiling fan and a new spa-inspired bathroom. The newly renovated primary bathroom offers a large dual vanity, makeup vanity, slipper tub, separate tile shower, and a massive walk-in closet with custom shelving. The laundry room, conveniently located upstairs, includes a utility sink. The finished terrace level adds another layer of functionality with a kitchenette, a temperature-controlled wine cellar, a large living/rec space with a built-in media center, a bedroom, and a full bath. This space is ideal for guests, in-laws, or an au pair. The basement also includes extra storage for seasonal items or a workshop. Outside, a walkout patio leads to a large, level, and fenced backyard with privacy trees surrounding the perimeter, offering ample space for outdoor activities or entertaining. The two-car, side-entry garage, located on the kitchen level, provides easy and secure parking. Recent updates include a new primary bathroom, paint inside and out, new lighting, kitchen refresh, an additional second-floor bedroom, trim updates, and landscaping. Enjoy living in this pristine home in the heart of Morningside, just moments away from endless activities and offerings just down the sidewalk-lined streets.