Welcome to this lovingly maintained, Urbandale-built back-split, nestled in the heart of Alta Vista. Backing directly onto Alta Vista Greenspace, this solid brick 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers a rare combination of privacy, mature landscaping, and an unbeatable location close to parks, schools, hospitals, shopping, and transit. Pride of ownership is evident throughout, with thoughtful updates completed over the years while preserving the home's timeless character. The professionally renovated kitchen features custom cherrywood cabinetry, quartz countertops, quality appliances, and a beverage fridge, opening to bright, functional living spaces with beautiful oak hardwood flooring throughout. Relax by the cozy wood-burning fireplace or enjoy the peaceful backyard oasis featuring a screened gazebo, interlock patio, wooden deck, mature perennial gardens, vegetable garden, cedar fencing, garden shed, and direct access to the greenspace. The main level also offers a versatile workshop with a separate entrance, ideal for hobbies, projects, or additional storage. Notable updates include front bay windows(2024), fireplace flue extension and rain cap (2024), roof shingles (2014), custom kitchen renovation (2016), front, kitchen and patio doors(2016), Bryant high-efficiency furnace and central air conditioning (2007), and an owned hot water tank. A hot tub-ready concrete pad with 200-amp electrical service is already in place. Parking for five vehicles includes an attached garage and four-car driveway. This exceptional home offers comfort, quality, and an outstanding setting in one of Ottawa's most established and sought-after neighbourhoods, with nature right in your own backyard.