In beloved Carriage Gate, this beautifully presented Villa-style Preakness model welcomes you with natural light and thoughtful design at every turn. It begins with a covered front porch while inside large windows brighten the interior from front to back. The formal living and dining rooms are positioned at the front.The family room offers a gathering space anchored by a pretty mantel and a gas fireplace. A half wall provides some separation from the breakfast room, while keeping the layout connected. The kitchen brings the charm of a French country house to life. Cheerfully colored cabinetry adds personality, while a gas range stands ready for everything. Above it, is a powerful Broan Elite hood that vents outside. Gorgeous quartz countertops provide both beauty and durability. A pantry closet keeps essentials organized, and the large adjoining mud and laundry room opens directly to the two-car garage. Near the foyer, the powder room has been updated with an eye-catching pedestal sink, while outside, the walled patio is an inviting space for relaxed evenings. Upstairs, the primary suite is oversized, with a sitting area, massive closets with closet organization systems to keep things neat, and a refreshed en suite spa bath.The finished basement expands the home's footprint and includes a full bath that is especially convenient when guests stay for the weekend. Carriage Gate is a well-loved community that includes a clubhouse, pool, playgrounds, tennins court & sidewalks.