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Description: Welcome to 900 Barbados Street, a stunning 5+2 bedroom executive home situated in a great family-minded neighbourhood of Oshawa’s Northglen community. This brick and stone home features a double car garage with driveway parking for up to four vehicles; a stone walkway and garden beds; as well as an inviting front entry door with a decorative glass insert surrounded by sidelights and a transom. The backyard is fenced, has a storage shed, and is lined with tall cedar hedges at the rear, and also features a two-tiered concrete deck - the upper tiered covered, the lower tier a graceful semi-circular shape lined with river rock. The tiled entrance foyer has a Cathedral ceiling and is open to the above level, has an upper wood-finished display ledge, while a second storey arched window and an elegant chandelier brighten this space and the upper hall. Tiled flooring also finishes a powder room, as well as a laundry room with access to the garage, and a front load washer and dryer - both which are found off the main hall - as is a double coat closet, the carpeted staircase to the lower level, and a home office featuring hardwood flooring and a double closet, this room also well-suited for use as a bedroom. Hardwood flooring is also featured in the living, dining, and family rooms - the family room featuring a ceiling fan, the coziness of a gas fireplace surrounded by a white mantle with a deep ledge and tiled accent facade, and a large wall cut-out that opens it to the kitchen and breakfast areas. The living and dining rooms are open to each other, and half walls with trimmed decor columns grace the entries between these rooms and from the foyer. The living room has a massive arched window floods natural light into these spaces - a vaulted ceiling enhancing its spaciousness - while a classically elegant chandelier casts an ambient glow in the dining area. The dining room enjoys direct entertaining convenience from the kitchen - with this fantastic meal prep area showcasing crown moldings, tiled back splashes, and an open U-shaped design with ample counter space that includes a raised breakfast bar brightened with pendant lights at the peninsula. The dark cabinetry has extended height uppers, a pantry, plus the addition of a chef’s desk and a servery counter in the breakfast area; appliances include a built-in microwave, and a stainless steel dishwasher, oven with smooth cooktop, and a French door fridge; while pot light brings added brightness, as does a contemporary light fixture above the stainless steel double sink. A gorgeous chandelier illuminates the breakfast area, which has a south-facing window with backyard views, and a garden door walk-out onto the covered tier of the backyard patio. To the upper level is a curved hardwood staircase with wrought iron pickets and the added coziness of a carpet runner - with this level featuring hardwood flooring throughout; good sized windows in all four bedrooms; and beautiful light crystal light fixtures illuminating the hallway. The second, third, and fourth bedrooms all have double closets, and are spacious enough to accommodate sitting areas or computer desks. A linen closet is found outside the entry door into the main 4-pc washroom - which features a tiled floor, a tiled bath/shower area with a pot light, and a wood vanity with an upgraded light fixture. The master suite is very spacious, as well, and is brightened with natural light streaming through south-facing windows, and with an elegant light fixture. The walk-in closet is complete with organizers, and this bedroom has its own linen/storage closet - while its 4-pc ensuite washroom showcases tiled finishes, a corner soaker tub, a shower area with glass door and rainfall shower head, as well as a re-finished vanity with upgraded knobs. The lower level is fully finished, and offers exceptional recreational and entertaining space, or can be used as an in-law suite. Featuring laminate flooring and pot lighting throughout - off the lower landing is a storage room, a hobby room with wall-to-wall closet space and a built-in counter and cabinets; and a cozy bedroom. There is more storage under the staircase, a combined furnace/storage room, and a cold room - and the rec area/in-law suite features an open concept design with a dining area, a family room, and an eat-in kitchenette (or wet bar). Completing this level is a bedroom with a double French door entry, and a 3-pc washroom. A short walk to Summerglen Park - this home is minutes from shopping plazas and golf courses - while the SmartCentres Oshawa South and Oshawa Centre Shopping Malls; big box shopping plazas along Taunton Road; Durham College, Ontario Tech University, and Trent University campuses; as well as access to Hwys 401 and the 407 are all just short drives away. For more information, contact Kyle Barriage, of Royal Heritage Realty Ltd., Brokerage, at (416) 557-8430. buywithky.ca