A private serene villa..in an intimate gated community in Strathcona Park. This end unit home offers over 2834 sq feet above grade with unprecedented design and finishes and sought after layout within the complex with the preferred layout master bedroom on the main level giving you a bungalow living feel with all of your main living on one level. Downsize without downsizing! A grand entrance and foyer with Brazilian mahogany hardwood floors and striking curved staircase with 8' solid doors throughout. It is a beautiful home to entertain - living and dining space are housed under 18' vaulted ceilings with a floor to ceiling stone gas fireplace. A dining nook/sitting area brings you into your kitchen, formal dining area and living room..showcasing the open concept. Its west facing, big windows provide an abundance of natural light. The gourmet kitchen hosts a top-of-the-line Thermador appliance pkg with 6 burner gas stove and wall oven. The main floor master retreat is generous with french patio doors leading out to a private deck. A spa-like ensuite features a steam shower, jacuzzi tub, double vanity and heated tile floors. Off the master ensuite is a dream, master walk-in closet A laundry room and powder room and den with french doors complete this level. Upstairs you have a secondary bedroom/den (used as media room but could be converted to a bedroom as windows are large enough and the city has deemed it a legal bedroom) and a 4pc bath for guests. Another very large bedroom with big windows and walk in closet finish off this floor. The basement is unfinished and awaiting your finishing touches It has roughed-in, in-floor heat and ample space to design. This villa has an attached two car garage and separate (non-shared) driveway. It is also directly beside the guest parking so you can enjoy the short walk for your guests. Additional parking is available in the secondary guest parking and outside the gate. This is the preferred layout in this complex and the home has been meticulously maintained and lightly lived in. For those wanting privacy in the heart of the city, this is for you. The complex shares a ravine setting and fully fenced area as well as a view of nature and roaming deer that can be seen throughout different seasons. Condo fees cover: Roof, windows, all exterior maintenance, snow removal (right to front door), landscaping and exterior insurance as well as condo and gated community extras and secure complex. Why downsize to get a villa if you don't have to?