404 Luray Avenue

Front Royal, VA 22630

Welcome to a rare opportunity to own a 3,000+ sf showplace with MOUNTAIN VIEWS just two blocks from both historic downtown Front Royal and the Shenandoah River (Eastham Park). CONVEYING is an ADJACENT SEPARATE .73 acre BUILDING LOT (a total of nearly 1.5 acres in town).An ideal home for entertaining, enjoy upgrades from a 2007 kitchen remodel (adding cherry cabinets, a wine refrigerator, instant hot water at sink, ceramic backsplash and granite counters w/ bar seating). Those who love to cook will appreciate the 6 burner gas cooktop with double electric convection ovens (including an air fryer, range hood and wifi options). Both the oven and refrigerator were purchased in 2022 for over $7k. Note the mountain views from the formal living room, the gorgeous dining room, family room off the kitchen and separate laundry room. The lower level offers another living area including a 31x17 recreation room, oversized full bathroom and a 24x12 storage room. Don't miss the future expansion possibility in the attic over the garage (600+ sf is accessible from a door off the upper foyer-currently used for storage).FEATURES TO NOTE: $55k in hardscape, patio and retaining walls added in 2007-Koi pond (with waterfall) added in 2017 for $7,700-Over $41k in remodeling kitchen and primary bath in 2006-Extensive basement waterproofing and foundation work complete in 2021 (nearly $17k with transferable warranty)--Nearly $20k recently spent in clearing adjacent lot-Skylights (in upper foyer and primary bath)--Primary bath was remodeled in 2006 for $20k (Solar tube added as well as dual shower heads-Plentiful closets including two linen closets and three closets in primary bedroom-Driveway is heated (resealed in 2021)--Mostly hardwood floors (12k spent on main level hardwood refinishing/repairing in 2018)--Upgrades throughout (including crown molding, chair railing and shadow boxing)-Main level laundry room (w/ storage, folding counter, sink and a snazzy dryer perfect for drying sweaters and hand washables)--Timeless built in bookshelves-Cabinet lighting-Plantation shutters-Closetmaid closets-Security system-Dual zoned heating/cooling (including a new Bosch 3 ton heat pump 2019)-Whole house fan-Pull down attic steps-Gutter guards ($3k)-Window in upstairs hall bath creates a treehouse-like shower experience-Extra refrigerator in garage convey-Owners spent 20k+ on carbon steel foundation improvements and waterproofing (and added a sump pump and professional grade dehumidifier-warranty conveys)--Hot tub conveys ($7,400 in 2005)--Invisible fencing-Utilities are undergroundADDITIONAL NOTES: Seller has impressive documentation of most all improvements/Carpet in 2 upper guest rooms was replaced in 2020 (rarely used rooms)/Basement carpet was cleaned in 2022/Sliding glass door replaced in 2018/Home is outfitted for central vac but it's no longer installed/See documents section and tours (iGuide and house video tour)/The dining room mantel is rumored to have been originally the 2nd cousin of George Washington's (not verified but a fun legend)/The directly southern sun brightens kitchen/family room and the home is situated to be ideal for future solar panels)/Exhaust fan in bath new in 2017/Flooring upstairs in primary bedroom was added in 2017 (extra in basement)/Before the remodel there were double sinks in primary bath (so they could be added again if buyers prefer)/Hot tub cover conveys as is/Fireplaces convey as is-ask for inspection report/Original house plans convey/See iGuide video tour & house tour and of course call for a private tour inside to experience all this custom built colonial has to offer!