2.61 ACRES OF PRECIOUS PEACE & QUIET Located just 5 minutes East of HWY 1 & HWY 550 & 10 minutes to the Town of Bassano lies the "slowed down & simple" lifestyle you've dreamed of but didn't think you could afford. Nicely landscaped & treed parcel has perimeter hedge for wind & privacy, but has the convenience of school bus service & neighbours nearby. Bi-level style home has sturdy composite siding, mostly newer vinyl windows, modern high-efficiency furnace & updated water heater. Imagine preparing meals in this stunning kitchen! Your family will love to gather at the gorgeous, work of art granite island to cook and eat together. There's more cabinet storage & workspace than you have ever had before. You will appreciate all of the thoughtful details like deep drawers, under cabinet lighting & gas stove. The kitchen sink window overlooks the pretty prairie view to the south & no neighbours to the back. Your large dining suite will fit perfectly in the adjacent eating area. Convenient access to the modern, low maintenance deck with room for your bbq, smoker, outdoor dining furniture & container garden. Three roomy bedrooms on main level. Master has 3 closets! Main bath is huge & offers both practical separate shower & luxurious extra deep, corner jetted tub. Fully developed basement consists of large family room, 2 bedrooms (removable pantry cupboard will open up more space), laundry & 3 pc shower bath. Laundry beside the garage makes so much sense for sports gear or gardening clothes. Basement entry to attached, heated garage. There are 2 water systems; well water is used for irrigation & livestock watering & newer Newell Regional Water system for household. Option to participate in community irrigation co-op. Numerous useful outbuildings including unheated work shop, various sheds, chicken coop & more. Small pasture area & garden plot. If you're into hunting, quadding or just need space for the boat & RV, this fits the bill. Take the virtual tour & get packing; you can be settled into your new home for the holidays.