9 SERENITY LN Wilmington, DE 19802

Magnificent and mesmerizing defines this 8-year young custom-built French Colonial that borders Turkey Run Creek and is perched on a 1-acre lot at the end of a cul-de-sac. This home offers a breathtaking first impression with its extensive and extraordinary landscaping and hardscaping by reputed Bill Duncan. Designed to compliment the naturalness of Rockwood Park - which the property borders. The stunning use of flagstone, Chilean stone pavers and local stone is awe-inspiring. Steps away are the Rockwood Museum and Park and Delaware's 30-mile greenway. Since the home was built to fit into the natural landscape and picturesque creek, the home's back and sides are a mix of floor-to-ceiling windows, Palladian windows and French doors. Appreciate the award-winning architecture of angled walls, soaring ceilings and rooms melding into one another from the 2-story foyer with hardwoods, deep inset ledge above front door and large picture window. Wainscoting appears in the DR/LR across the back of the home along with dramatic columns, an inlay cherry wood border in the hardwood floors, 1 of 3 fireplaces, dual-ceiling medallions and 8-ft. French doors that lead to the terrace. A hallway leads past a faux-painted PR with exquisitely decorative pedestal sink, and library with French doors and wall of custom cherry built-ins. Gourmet kitchen features cherry cabinetry, New Brown granite countertops, black upscale appliances, angled island with seating for 5+ and pendant lighting, and decorative tumble marble backsplash. Also note the insta-hot and reverse osmosis systems. Vaulted-ceiling GR features a stone FP, balcony overlook and access to outdoors. Adjacent to the kitchen is the laundry room and access to the 2-car garage. French doors lead into 1st floor owner's suite with retreat room, gas FP, ornate stenciling and dual walk-in closets. Frosted glass French doors grant access to owner's bath with his- and-hers cherry vanity, rimless shower, privacy bath, and Jacuzzi. LL showcases a 102" screen and viewing area, full bath, huge separate room with kitchenette, and French doors with walk-out access. A wrought-iron banister leads to 3 spacious bedrooms and full bath with dual entrance. Also, enjoy the large loft. Outdoor venues are spectacular. Sweeping courtyard with stone wall faces the babbling creek while lighting, hardscaping, bird baths and pockets of landscaped beds dot the property. Total WOW factor in so many areas! LOOK: Only 20 min to Phil. Airport, 7 min. to City of Wilm. and train station. NOTE: This is a short sale! This sale is subject to lender approval. This process may take several months. Buyer will be responsible for pending road assessments, capitol contribution fee and short sale negotiator fee of up to 3%. Price well below market for the patient buyer.