404 Luray Avenue

Description

Welcome to a rare opportunity to own a 3,000+ sf showplace with MOUNTAIN VIEWS just two blocks from both historic downtown Front Royal and the Shenandoah River (Eastham Park).An ideal home for entertaining, enjoy upgrades from a kitchen remodel (adding cherry cabinets, a wine refrigerator, instant hot water at sink, ceramic backsplash and granite counters w/ bar seating). Those who love to cook will appreciate the 6 burner gas cooktop with double electric convection ovens (including an air fryer, range hood and wifi options). Both the oven and refrigerator were purchased in 2022 for over $7k. Note the mountain views from the formal living room, the gorgeous dining room, family room off the kitchen and separate laundry room. The lower level offers another living area including a 31x17 recreation room, oversized full bathroom and a 24x12 storage room. Dont miss the future expansion possibility in the attic over the garage (600+ sf is accessible from a door off the upper foyer"currently used for storage).FEATURES TO NOTE: $55k in hardscape, patio and retaining walls added in 2007"Koi pond (with waterfall) added in 2017 for $7,700"Over $41k in remodeling kitchen and primary bath"Extensive basement waterproofing and foundation work complete in 2021 (nearly $17k with transferable warranty)--Nearly $20k recently spent in clearing adjacent lot"Skylights (in upper foyer and primary bath)--Primary bath was remodeled for $20k (Solar tube added as well as dual shower heads"Plentiful closets including two linen closets and three closets in primary bedroom"Driveway is heated (resealed in 2021)--Mostly hardwood floors (12k spent on main level hardwood refinishing/repairing)--Upgrades throughout (including crown molding, chair railing and shadow boxing)"Main level laundry room (w/ storage, folding counter, sink and a snazzy dryer perfect for drying sweaters and hand washables)--Timeless built in bookshelves"Cabinet lighting"Plantation shutters"Closetmaid closets"Security system"Dual zoned heating/cooling (including a new Bosch 3 ton heat pump in 2019)"Whole house fan"Pull down attic steps"Gutter guards ($3k)"Window in upstairs hall bath creates a treehouse-like shower experience"Extra refrigerator in garage convey"Owners spent 20k+ on carbon steel foundation improvements and waterproofing (and added a sump pump and professional grade dehumidifier"warranty conveys)--Hot tub conveys ($7,400 when new)--Invisible fencing"Utilities are undergroundADDITIONAL NOTES: Seller has impressive documentation of most all improvements/Carpet in 2 upper guest rooms was replaced in 2020 (rarely used rooms)/Basement carpet was replaced in July 2024/Sliding glass door replaced in 2018/See documents section and tours (iGuide and house video tour)/The directly southern sun brightens kitchen/family room and the home is situated to be ideal for future solar panels)//Flooring upstairs in primary bedroom was updated (extra in basement)/Before the remodel there were double sinks in primary bath (so they could be added again if buyers prefer)-- ADJACENT SEPARATE .73 acre BUILDING LOT is also available for purchase for $100k making a total of nearly 1.5 acres in town. Dont worry" new future home is not expected to alter the amazing views as it would be built lower!