.***Built in 2006, this spacious home has a wide lawn leading to a private front porch with views of the prettiest street in Tara.**Recent updates include: gas furnace, evaporator, condenser (2019); heat pump and air handler for second HVAC zone (2017), insulation upgraded in garage ceiling, walls of den above garage and in attic (R-49 for attic) 2011; exterior trim replaced with water and element resistant wood and painted (2016); gutter helmet installed on gutters, including a heating element in front gutters (2015); deck (2017); natural gas powered generator for basement and man level of home (2014); water heater auto circulator/heat expansion tank (2104).*** Inviting foyer leads to a traditional living room on the left and dining room on the right. A guest closet and powder room are tucked off the foyer. ** The dining room flows through the butler's pantry to an appealing kitchen with warm wood cabinets, granite tops, and gas cooking. A window seat in the adjoining breakfast area is a great spot to plan meals or peruse carryout menus.** The focal point of the expansive family room is a wood burning fireplace flanked by tall windows and doors leading to the deck. Enjoy room for media, play, and catching up at day's end. ***An adjoining computer nook is ideal for distance learning or to manage internet usage by children. A walk in pantry and family powder room are in the hall off the family room.***Dormered ceilings and large windows enhance the character of the expansive main level down. It offers space for distance learning, double or triple offices, and Zoom meetings. With the nearby second powder room (which could be expanded to a full bathroom), this room is an ideal main level bedroom for guests, in laws, or future aging in place.*** Second stairwell at the rear of the home lead to the second floor with four bedrooms, each with an en suite bathroom. A den between two of the bedrooms may be used for school work, music practice, or creative pursuits.*** The laundry room has a utility sink, folding counter and cabinets. A linen closet is nearby.***The light filled lower level rec room has multiple uses from media, to ping pong, pool, or foozball. This large room accommodates all.*** The gym provides space for a Peloton, lift bench, and treadmill. The fifth bedroom is a quiet oasis with a nearby bathroom.***Also on this level is a small workshop, large utility and storage room, and mudroom leading to the two car garage.** The garage is accessed by an alley off 17th St. which is also the site of neighborhood "alley" parties, especially welcome now. The big flat grassy back yard is great for play and gardening, and the wide front is perfect for soccer, badminton, and chasing fireflies.*** Walk to nearby Big Walnut park, the bike path along Patrick Henry Drive to the W&OD trail, Westover Village, Lee-Harrison Center and Virginia Hospital Center. ***A newer home with the character and grace of the older homes befitting its location in the Tara neighborhood.***