This must-see colonial in the heart of Alexandria is beautifully updated and move-in ready! Set on nearly half an acre with a professionally designed, terraced backyard, this home offers a flexible floor plan with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and two spacious family rooms, making it ideal for an au pair or hosting extended family. The main level features hardwood floors throughout, with elegant living and dining rooms flanking the entry foyer. A stunningly renovated kitchen boasts 42” cabinetry, stainless steel appliances—including a Wolf professional gas range—a beverage station, and a cozy eat-in area. The adjacent family keeping room, complete with a fireplace, creates the perfect space for everyday living. On the other side of the kitchen, a larger family/game room offers ample space for entertaining, with French doors opening to an incredible backyard retreat. Designed at a cost of $140,000, this outdoor oasis features a Brazilian cherry deck, terraced stone retaining walls, a flagstone patio, a built-in grill, a firepit area, and a lush lawn for play—ideal for hosting unforgettable gatherings. Upstairs, you’ll find 4 bedrooms and two full baths, including the primary suite. The lower level is equally impressive with a beautifully renovated rec room with stone walls and rich wood wainscoting, a bar with an in-counter beer tap, and two floor-to-ceiling wine refrigerators. This level also includes the fifth bedroom, a third full bath, and a thoughtfully designed laundry/mudroom with built-in cabinetry, granite countertops, and direct access to the spacious two-car garage, complete with custom shelving for excellent storage. Ideally located just minutes from Reagan National Airport, I-395, Potomac Yard, and the King Street and Old Town Metro stations, this home offers easy access to the vibrant shops and restaurants of Del Ray and Old Town. Welcome home!