**OPEN HOUSE - SAT Oct 31 (12-2pm)**Set in the welcoming community of Fireside, this bright and well-kept 3-bedroom home offers a functional layout, modern finishes and a location that makes everyday family life easy.With 1,667 sq. ft. above grade, the main floor offers a great balance of open living space and defined rooms. A comfortable front living room provides a separate place to relax, while the kitchen, dining and breakfast areas come together at the back of the home for a bright, connected feel. The kitchen features crisp white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a subway tile backsplash, pantry and a large centre island with plenty of prep space and seating. A convenient 2-piece bathroom completes the main level.Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and private 3-piece ensuite. Two additional bedrooms share a full 4-piece bathroom, while upper-floor laundry keeps everyday chores conveniently close to the bedrooms.Outside, the fenced backyard provides usable space for kids, pets, gardening or summer gatherings, with rear access adding everyday convenience.The location is another standout. Fireside has a warm, welcoming small-town feel with a strong sense of community and plenty of ways for families to enjoy the outdoors close to home. Set against the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains and Bow River Valley, the neighbourhood offers an impressive mix of parks, pathways and recreational amenities, including a community garden, NHL-sized outdoor rink, soccer fields, baseball diamond and preserved wetlands. Families also appreciate having two K-8 schools right within the community, Fireside School and Holy Spirit School, making school days and daily routines that much easier.With local shops and services nearby, plenty of green space throughout the neighbourhood and convenient access to the rest of Cochrane, Calgary and the mountains, this is a comfortable, move-in-ready home in a community designed for connected family living. (id:6769)