Sophisticated city living in this French Normandy style 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in Wilmingtons ever-popular Happy Valley. This corner lot overlooks the Brandywine River and is steps away from Trolley Square and Brandywine Park. Enjoy views of the park from the charming front patio which leads inside where you will find the character of a 100-year-old home complimented by the modern conveniences of today. The main floor is made for entertaining. The living room features beautiful built-ins, gas fireplace, hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and a large wall of windows to allow for plenty of natural light. The living room flows easily into the elegant dining room with two large windows, hardwood floors, and recessed lighting. Chefs and foodies will enjoy all that the gourmet kitchen has to offer--stainless appliances that include a Dacor six-burner gas cooktop with warming drawer, Dacor wall-oven, Dacor built-in microwave, Kitchenaid dishwasher, and a Jenn-Air French door refrigerator. Additional high-end kitchen finishes include granite countertops, slate flooring, and solid wood cabinets. If you prefer to entertain outside, utilize the covered outdoor kitchen with gas grill, gas burner, hood, and sink. This space overlooks the private paver patio enclosed by a brick wall and a relaxing waterfall feature. The finished lower level is an impressive space where you will find a wine cellar with terra cotta tubes, a wine refrigerator, basement kitchen with two wall ovens, electric cooktop, refrigerator, dishwasher and built-in cabinetry for dishes and glassware. The unfinished section is where you will find the laundry, storage, and a workbench. Upstairs, there are 4 nicely sized bedrooms, each with its own character and charm. The primary bedroom with plenty of closet space also features an en suite with a custom vanity and shower with tile surround and frameless glass door. The full hall bath is a modern space with basket weave tile floor, subway tile surround and a large soaking tub. 1000 Wawaset is a truly unique property and must be toured to appreciate all that it has to offer. Convenient location for walking to restaurants, shopping, and parks. Easy access to I-95 and Route 52 makes for a quick commute to Downtown Wilmington, Philadelphia, New York, Baltimore, and Washington.