Stunning, light-filled showplace in the heart of Parkmead near downtown Walnut Creek amenities & top rated schools! The interior exudes a modern ambience: newly refinished wood floors, fresh paint, and walls of windows looking out to the picturesque surround! The gleaming, recently updated kitchen boasts slab quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, and painted wood cabinetry with newly updated hardware. A light-filled family room features vaulted wood-beam ceilings, newly refinished oak floors, and a wood-burning fireplace with slate tile surround. A spacious lower bonus multi-purpose room has new plush carpeting and fresh paint! This space looks out to the private backyard and is perfect for a family room, home theater, 5th bedroom, hobby room, or kid's play room! A serene primary bedroom offers vaulted ceilings, sunny transom windows, and an ensuite bath with a new vanity and hardware! New plush Shaw carpeting was just installed in the lower bonus room, on the and stairs, while new luxury vinyl plank flooring was installed in the lower hallway. An impressive spa-like hall bath features a new dual sink vanity, designer brushed gold fixtures and a sunny skylight. The convenient home office is located just off the living room. Large detached two car garage plus extra off-street parking! Inviting California outdoor living: serene multi-level setting for year-round enjoyment with family and friends! The lower level offers an expansive entertaining patio as well as plenty of level yard space for a lawn, play area & much more. An elevated seating area sits below an inviting mulberry tree backdrop and creates an intimate outdoor dining area--also perfect for a fire-pit and s'mores! The side-patio off the kitchen is lined with beautiful white tea roses and is the perfect sanctuary for a morning cup of coffee! A spacious front entry deck looks out East to Mt. Diablo above bountiful fruit trees (lemon & peach trees)! This property is ideally designed and situated to enjoy year-round gatherings with friends, family and guests! Top-rated schools include Parkmead Elementary, Tice Creek School (K-8/Opt-in), Walnut Creek Intermediate and Las Lomas High School (Acalanes High School District)! Excellent location in a vibrant and connected neighborhood just a quick stroll to schools, downtown, easy commuting access, hiking trails, & swim clubs!