112 Meriden Dr, Hockessin, DE 19707

112 Meriden Dr. has been occupied by one family since its construction in 1958 and is being listed on the market for the first time in 64 years. This classic 3,450 sq. ft. red brick Cape Cod is situated on a picturesque .92 acre lot located in the highly desirable neighborhood of Canterbury Hills. Known as the Twin Dormer Chatham Model, this spacious home offers three levels of flexible living space with a first floor main bedroom and full bathroom. This house is perfect for the couple who both work from home but need their own private offices as this house boasts two private closed door offices on the first and second floors. Listed as a 4 bedroom. 3.5 bath house, the second floor has an additional (5th) bedroom that has been used as on office since day one with built-in wall shelving and a built-in desk under the window. Every room in the house is either oversized or generoulsy sized for its purpose and functionality. Three working wood burning fireplaces with the grandest being the Avondale stone fireplace located in the family room with a raised hearth and arched firebox . The family room also has also has a set of sliding doors that lead to the rear brick patio overlooking the extensive landscaping, gardens, huge patio, and in-ground pool. The lower level is a spacious 26' x 22' finished day-light and walk-out recreational room with another brick fireplace, a large picture window overlooking the lower patio, a kitchenette, and a half bathroom perfect for entertaining. The unfinished portion of the lower level features a woodshop and separate 23' x 13' storage area. Hardwood floors through out most of the house with some untouched and under carpet. Double pane Andersen windows throughout with custom matched mullions for each individual room. Bradford & White gas water heater in 2019, Carrier high efficiency gas furnace in 2015, Carrier A/C in 2009, Architectural shingle roof by PJ Fitzpatrick in 2008 with a 50 year transferable warraty. Public water and public sewer utlities. This home was once on the Wilmington Garden tour for several years, and when walking the property, it's quite evident. The grounds of the entire property are well manicured and the back yard is truly an oasis for tranquility. The perfect forever home! Priced appropriately at $575,000.