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Experience the comfort and convenience of Morningside/Virginia Highlands living in this meticulously maintained and spacious 5 bedrooms+1 and 5 1/2 baths craftsman style home on quiet, desirable street. As you approach, you'll be captivated by the charming cedar shake and stone exterior, complemented by a covered front porch where you can enjoy picturesque views of the Midtown skyline. Step inside to discover a thoughtfully designed main level featuring a large, bright bedroom with an ensuite bath, a convenient half bath, and a welcoming living room complete with a fireplace. Adjacent to the living room is a sitting room with a wet bar, perfect for entertaining. The separate dining room provides an elegant space for sit-down dinners. The heart of the home is the open-concept kitchen, eat-in dining area, and keeping room, all seamlessly connected to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, equipped with top-of-the-line Dacor double convection ovens, a Viking gas range with six burners and oven, a warming drawer, and two sinks. A new stainless steel built-in refrigerator offers plenty of space for perishables, while a large walk-in pantry provides ample shelving for food and small appliances. Beautiful white oak cabinets grace the kitchen and are a consistent feature throughout the home. Upstairs, you'll find a massive primary bedroom that serves as a true retreat, featuring a sitting room with a fireplace, a walk-in closet, and a luxurious bathroom with vaulted ceilings, double vanities, an oversized shower with a bench and two shower heads, and a soaking tub. Three additional spacious secondary bedrooms each have their own ensuite baths, ensuring comfort and privacy for everyone. The upper level also includes a generous sized bonus room with French doors, perfect for an office, sitting area, or playroom, complete with a window seat and built-in bookcases. Skylights and vaulted ceilings throughout the upstairs add a touch of grandeur and flooding of natural light. Hardwood floors extend throughout the main level, stairway, and upstairs hall. Plantation shutters throughout the home add elegance and privacy. A walk-in laundry room, with plenty of cabinets and a sink, provide convenience and storage. The home also features custom built-in shelving in all the closets and the partially finished basement area provides ample climate-controlled storage space. One of the standout features of this property is the exceptional backyard, rare in this part of town. Step outside to your private, fenced, and landscaped retreat where you'll find a huge stone patio with a wood-burning fireplace, ideal for outdoor gatherings and relaxation. The screened-in porch offers a serene space to enjoy the outdoors in comfort, and the large wraparound porch is perfect for grilling. Room for a pool or carriage house but lots of green grass to enjoy now! Located within close proximity to Atlanta's renowned Piedmont Park, the Atlanta Beltline's Eastern Trail and the myriad of amenities that Morningside/Virginia Highlands has to offer, 1323 Middlesex Avenue is the perfect place to call home. Located in the Virginia-Highland Elementary district, a charming and historic school that offers its 535 students a rigorous course load, including art, music, physical education, media center, technology, and an extensive STEAM curriculum for all grades. Virginia-Highland Elementary also offers Spanish for all grade levels, band and orchestra for 4th and 5th-grade students, and Gifted & Talented instruction for all students who qualify. Don't miss this opportunity to own this fantastic home in one of Atlanta's most coveted neighborhoods. Several photos in the listing are virtually staged.