2118 1 Avenue NW Calgary AB T2N 0B5 MLS #A1120064

Welcome to the former home of the British Consulate General. This beautiful, spacious, quality built, 3-storey home located on a quiet treed street in the highly desirable inner-city community of West Hillhurst. This attractive home offers timeless classic design combined with modern stylish updates. An entertainer’s dream with its modern and open plan. Abundant natural light throughout from multiple oversized windows. Site finished espresso-stained hardwood floors through main level, second level and entire staircase. Impressive centerpiece gourmet kitchen features wrap around granite countertops, ample raised panel Cherry wood cabinetry, tile backsplash, under cabinet lighting and a breakfast bar that seats 4. Stainless steel appliance package featuring a gas range plus a side-by-side ice and water fridge. Relax in the spacious adjacent great room highlighted by a stone clad gas fireplace flanked by two custom built-in wall units with upper shelves and lower cabinets. French doors lead to the separate formal dining area that will accommodate a large table and features a stunning modern chandelier plus custom feature wall. A concealed rear mudroom is ideal for your everyday use and is complete with heated tile floor and 4 built-in storage lockers. Gorgeous, resort style powder bath is discretely located off the main floor. Second level houses 2 bedrooms including the generous master retreat. Experience the tranquil spa-inspired ensuite boasting a tile and 10 mil glass steam shower, Bain Ultra air jet tub, tiled floor, custom vanity, granite countertops and dual vessel sinks. 2nd large bedroom complete with walk in closet. Full 4-piece bath finished to the same level as the master bath. A spacious flex space separates the bedrooms and makes a great hangout spot, home office or even another bedroom with the easy addition of a wall. The bright and highly functional 3rd level is complimented by 4 skylights and 3 windows that bathe this level in natural light. The expansive loft area with warm white cork flooring, another full bath plus a third bedroom. This space lends itself well to many options’ including homework/study room, home office space, craft room, workout space, playroom, you decide! Fully developed lower level with cozy in-floor heat includes large 4th bedroom with walk-in closet and another full bath. The spacious media/rec room features a stone clad gas fireplace flanked by two custom built-in wall units with upper shelves and lower cabinets. Custom built-in granite topped wet bar with upper and lower Cherry cabinets, stainless steel sink, and bar fridge. Many upgrades and extras include upgraded concrete party wall, extensive use of pot lights throughout, lush mature landscaping, updated light fixtures and paint. Minutes to Kensington, Downtown core, extensive river pathway system, Foothills & Children’s Hospitals as well as the University of Calgary. A thoughtfully designed, upscale inner city lifestyle home.