18311 Glenealy Drive Cornelius NC 28031 | MLS #CAR4418635

Welcome to Baileys Glen active adult community, a highly sought-after community offering resort level amenities! A sweet southern front porch invites you to this spacious one-owner home on a peaceful, tree-lined street in the popular “downtown” section of Baileys Glen. This meticulously maintained home features 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, spacious living spaces, functional laundry with sink, oversized garage with large closet for bulk items or quick suitcase stowage for weekend getaways, and a huge walk-up attic space for additional storage. Entering the home, the welcoming foyer opens to a sizable dining space, the perfect weekend gathering spot for your family and friends. Thoughtfully designed for comfortable enjoyment, this room has beautiful natural light, crown and picture frame molding, chair rail, plantation shutters and plenty of room so you don’t have to leave anyone off of the guest list. The heart of the home is the kitchen, and this one has ample counter workspace and abundant cabinets, under-cabinet lighting, as well as a roomy breakfast area. The kitchen has an open pass-through so that it is connected to the central living area yet has added wall space for both areas. The generous living room has a central gas fireplace for cozy winter evenings, tray ceiling, recessed lighting, and beautiful crown molding. A gorgeous sunroom rounds out the main living area. Overlooking the private backyard, this peaceful room has a wall of windows for natural light and is a magnificent flex space – an ideal location for morning coffee, game or puzzle room, library and a place for quiet reading. The enormous primary bedroom is a restful retreat tucked into the back of the home, featuring a walk-in closet with custom built-ins to maximize storage and an ensuite bath with a large, tiled walk-in shower and bench seating. Two additional well-proportioned bedrooms are ideal for guests, a home office, or additional den space. Outdoors, you will find a flat backyard offering privacy and featuring a patio ideal for fall grilling and outdoor entertaining. The retractable patio awning provides instant shade as needed at the touch of a button. With landscaping including mowing, fertilizing, and seeding covered by the HOA dues, this is a true lock-and-leave-for-the-weekend home. Just across the street is one of the neighborhood’s several garden spots – a great place to enjoy conversation with your neighbors. This home offers more than just a place to call “home” — it offers a fabulous lifestyle! Baileys Glen features two on-site Lifestyle Directors and an active social calendar. Amenities include a gorgeous clubhouse, fitness center, a Junior Olympic-sized swimming pool, pickleball, tennis, bocce, shuffleboard courts, and a putting green. A second pool and clubhouse are coming soon to add to the amenities. If you are a hobbyist, you might have interest in the woodworking shop and pottery studio. If you enjoy time with friends, you might enjoy the game room or connecting with one of the many clubs that are available – bridge, singles, bunco, garden, golf – lots of ways to get connected and deepen friendships! There is something here for everyone.