UNDER CONTRACT! OPEN HOUSE CANCELED! Welcome to 1305 Gatewood Drive, a classy 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom rambler on a beautifully curated lot in Alexandria’s distinguished Villamay neighborhood. Extremely well maintained, this inviting 2-level home radiates warmth with a smartly designed layout. The updated kitchen (2019), featuring a center island, welcomes morning sunlight, creating an uplifting start to your day. Adjacent, the vaulted living room with gas fireplace and exposed beams offers a timeless setting for lively gatherings or intimate conversation. The expanded primary suite on the main level includes an updated en-suite bath, a serene sitting area, a walk-in closet plus additional closet space, blending elegance with comfort. This feature is 100% unique. A second bedroom on this level adapts easily for guests or a home office. Step onto the composite deck off the living room, ideal for enjoying the vibrant gardens that burst with seasonal color. The walkout lower level unveils a third bedroom, an updated bath, a recreation room with a second gas fireplace, built-in shelving, and a convenient wet bar - with a fridge—perfect for relaxation or hosting. A great laundry area completes this level. Outside the lower level, a flagstone patio enhances outdoor living, while a well-kept shed adds practical storage alongside the oversized 2-car garage with interior access. Pella replacement windows throughout. New electrical panel upgrade several years ago. Convenient irrigation system helps keep the natural beauty of the home in peak condition in warmer months. A gracious community of single-family homes, Villamay possesses a tranquil charm with nearby parks and the Mount Vernon Trail for jogging and biking. Just off the George Washington Memorial Parkway, commuting is seamless: 10 minutes to Old Town Alexandria or Huntington Yellow Line Metro, 8 minutes to I-495, under 20 minutes to Reagan National Airport, 30 minutes to Capitol Hill or Joint Base Andrews, and 20 minutes to the Pentagon or Fort Belvoir. Seize the opportunity to own a home where history, nature, and connectivity harmonize in a neighborhood that instantly...just feels like home. Schedule your tour today.