This is truly a grand property, and an opportunity that comes along very rarely! Situated on almost an acre in the very desirable Strathcona Hills neighborhood, this spacious 5000 sq ft home feels like it was built for and by someone very discerning. All of the rooms are large, with beautiful hardwood flooring in most, and the entertainment possibilities are many. Featuring a huge living room with fireplace and bay window, foyer, dining room with built-ins, library, kitchen, and half bath, the living area on the first floor is quite grand. Exiting the kitchen via the enclosed sun porch, you have access to the front yard, oversized garage, and the back yard. And that back yard is something special, with its in-ground pool and spacious patio entertaining area. The landscaping is mature, so the yard feels very private. Three bedrooms and two full baths are located down a hallway from the living spaces, for privacy. All three are spacious, but the huge master suite is just something you don't see often in a 1950's home! Upstairs, there is a large amount of space, as well. Currently two bedrooms and a sitting room, along with closet space, the possibilities here are numerous - and again, the rooms are spacious! In the lower level, most of the space is finished, but there's still enough storage and laundry area to satisfy most. The space is currently used as a bedroom and also a gigantic family room, with spaces for exercise, music, games, a bar, and gathering. Priced extremely competitively, to allow you to update to your liking, this is an opportunity that does not come along often!