Its a warm welcome walking up to this five bedroom, two full and one half bath home on a quiet cul-de-sac in Milway Meadows. A new carriage-style garage door and paved walkway and patio, along with both a Japanese maple tree as well as a stoic maple tree, add considerable curb appeal. Through the cherry red front door with stained-glass inserts and sidelights, the gracious foyer includes a large, double-door closet. To the right, the recently renovated kitchen beckons with a large eat-in area and breakfast bar. Granite counters, stainless steel appliances including a GE Profile range and contemporary hood, glass tiled backsplash, wine fridge, stained glass door pantry, and access to the garage all offer style and function to the heart of this home. The floor plan flows beautifully from the kitchen to the dining room with chair rail and crown molding, to the living room with convenient built-in shelving. Two sets of beautiful etched glass sliding doors lead out to the gorgeous hardscaped backyard with a new, large stone patio that has plenty of room for multiple living and entertaining arrangements. Upstairs, four bedrooms share a long hallway, all with updated double-hung windows. Some closets feature built-ins, and the owner's suite includes an extra closet in the bathroom and a vanity with duo vessel sinks. Downstairs, the oversized family room features a white brick gas fireplace and windows with wooden shutters. Another bedroom and bath are down here, as well as a spacious laundry room with lots of storage and access to the back yard. The backyard also includes a double-door shed thats wired for power. This lovely home is an easy walk to sought-after Hollin Meadows Elementary School and the neighborhood pool and tennis club. Close to public transportation and shopping, this home is near Sherwood Hall Public Library, which hosts a robust Farmers Market on Wednesdays in the spring, summer, and fall. Old Town Alexandria and National Airport are a quick drive, as are all the amenities and perks of Washington, DC.