This exceptional one-level home in the sought-after Cottonwood neighborhood offers effortless living with no HOA fees and impressive upgrades including solid hardwood floors throughout the main level, enhanced kitchen storage, a walk-in shower in the primary en-suite bathroom, and convenient main level laundry. The spacious primary suite is complemented by two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom with tub/shower, while the finished basement provides a perfect family retreat with a cozy gas fireplace. Recent improvements from 2023 include: new roof replacement, new furnace, new water heater and fresh exterior paint. The large backyard deck is ideal for outdoor relaxation and entertaining with a retractable awning and it was just refinished and stained. Location is everything here, with direct access to over 27 miles of trail networks connecting the Cherry Creek Trail system from Castlewood Canyon to Golden, Denver, and Boulder, immediate access to Cottonwood Park East and West featuring playgrounds, sports fields, courts, and scenic trails, plus nearby Preservation Park and Cherry Creek Trails all within walking distance. The prime location puts you minutes from downtown Parker with easy C-470 access, while daily conveniences like King Soopers, Trader Joe's, Costco, Boondocks, multiple coffee shops, and various restaurants are just a short walk away, making this vibrant, family-friendly community with its charming homes, strong sense of community, top-rated schools, and convenient highway access the perfect place to enjoy low-maintenance luxury whether you're seeking outdoor adventures or quiet evenings at home.