Discover your dream home in the heart of Winnona Park, THE place to be in the city of Decatur. Nestled on a quiet street, just a few short minutes from both downtown Decatur and Oakhurst, this home offers a coveted lifestyle in a friendly, walkable neighborhood, top-ranked Winnona Park Elementary and City of Decatur schools, and close proximity to parks & urban amenities for the best of intown city living.
From the moment you arrive at 136 Heatherdown, the meticulously landscaped front garden, bursting with color & texture, draws you immediately in. Step inside to find a perfect blend of historic charm and contemporary upgrades, including modern lighting, an updated kitchen, and renovated bathrooms. This 1940s cottage has been thoughtfully expanded to present a versatile layout suitable for all types of families. Entering the home, the formal living room welcomes you with a cozy wood-burning fireplace and built-in shelving. Directly off of the living room, you will find an inviting sunroom, with more built-in shelving & a desk, perfect for an office or library. The light-filled dining area opens to the modern kitchen, which is equipped with stainless steel appliances, an elegant tile backsplash, fresh white cabinets, sleek white Corian counters, plenty of storage with two pantries, and a breakfast bar. Relax and unwind in the expansive family room, where French doors usher in natural light & offer views of your backyard oasis calling you to go outside and play. Step outside to your private retreat, leaving the day behind while gazing at a crackling fire in the stately stone fireplace with built-in benches, situated under a mature Gingko tree with twinkling strand lights, creating a sense of magic. Cool off in your own "cowboy pool" surrounded by a wood deck and covered seating area equipped with high-powered fans to keep you comfortable on those warm summer nights. A heavy-duty pool cover ensures safety for those little ones, including the fur babies. Meander through the shaded back garden surrounded by a variety of ornamental trees and shrubs & a large flat area perfect for a playset or treehouse! Discover yet another relaxing outdoor seating area just off of the sunroom. Back inside, the home offers two bedrooms and one full bathroom on the main level, with an additional two bedrooms and one full bathroom upstairs. The versatile floor plan offers your choice of a primary bedroom on the main level or upstairs, including an ensuite bathroom. Ample storage is found throughout the home, with several closets, attic storage, a detached air-conditioned garage for vehicle/bicycle storage or a workshop, and an outdoor storage shed. To top it all off (literally) this home has a one-year-old roof with a transferable 10-year warranty and a newer tankless water heater. The home's prime location allows for a short walk to Winnona Park Elementary school, the expanding & evolving Legacy Park, as well as close proximity to Decatur Square and Oakhurst Village for restaurants, shopping, arts, and entertainment. This home truly has it all!