Beautiful Italian inspired home in Cory Merrill. The corner location creates a sun-filled home full of inviting spaces throughout for relaxing, entertaining and modern living! Built in 2004 by Montage Development this high quality home features gleaming hardwoods complimented by tile inlay, high ceilings on each level, exposed beams, arched doorways, and multiple connections to the outdoors. The gourmet kitchen sits at the heart of this home and offers stainless appliances including high end dual stoves, concrete counters, an expansive butcher block topped island for seating and storage, as well as ample cabinetry, two pantries + a butler's pantry, and a built-in home office. The adjoining nook is perfect for weeknight dining and there is a formal dining room as well. Adjoining the kitchen is the main floor family room with built-ins and a cozy gas fireplace. Here, a slider opens to the back yard deck, patio, and private yard, perfect for entertaining. The living room sits at the front of the home and could double as an additional office with access to the front porch. Upstairs, the primary suite enjoys South and West natural light and a private balcony with sunset and mountain views. The five-piece ensuite bath has a large walk-in closet, oversized shower, and freestanding tub. Two additional bedrooms on this level have their own full bathrooms ensuite - one boasts a beautiful cathedral ceiling. A Laundry Room is conveniently located on this level and provides storage as well. Downstairs, the garden level basement is flooded with natural light and provides comfortable guest quarters with a bedroom, full bath, media room, and family room with a gas fireplace and wet-bar. This prime location is in close proximity to Wash Park, Old South Gaylord + Bonnie Brae shops and restaurants, great schools, with easy access to light rail, I-25, Cherry Creek, DU, and downtown. When school isn't in session, there is a playground just across the alley! What are you waiting for??