Looking for a community with lots of walking/bike paths, a ski hill, and close to tons of amenities and a short drive to downtown? Look no further! This house is a fantastic find located on a quiet street and has a private yard in the sought after west Calgary community of Cougar Ridge. Come see this wonderful two-story home, with its west-facing backyard that has access to numerous bike and walk paths in Cougar Ridge. Being a former show home, it was designed with lots of upgrades. The home offers 2330 square feet over two levels, 3 bedrooms and a bonus room on the upper level, 3 bathrooms, and a bright open floor plan. On the main floor, you will love the family room with 9 feet ceilings. large windows and a two-way gas fireplace in the spacious den/office. The upgraded kitchen is spacious, featuring an oversized large island with plenty of seating to put high chairs, plenty of cupboards & drawers, granite counters, and a pantry. This open concept is perfect for hosting those dinner guests. In the dining area check out the large windows with views to the sunny west backyard. Also on the main floor is an office/den area perfect for the work from home professionals. Upstairs the primary bedroom is a great size, easily fits a king-size bed, and features a lovely full 5-piece ensuite with a soaker tub and a walk-in closet, two additional well-sized beds up, and a fantastic Bonus Room filled with natural east facing morning light. This room is set up with a wet bar and built-in shelves. You don't have to go downstairs as the wet bar has a sink, cabinet for glasses, and a minibar fridge set-up for those family movie nights. Did I mention the convenience of the 2nd floor laundry room? No more hauling the laundry up and down the stairs. The basement is partially developed and is awaiting your personalization to make it the way you wish. The garage is insulated, drywalled, and painted and has high ceilings for making a perfect storage system.  Recent upgrades are dishwasher (2024), Main floor bathroom (2024), and custom blinds throughout the house (2021). Walk or bike from your backyard to the growing list of shops and services along 85th, great public schools West springs (K to 4), Westridge (5 to 9) and private schools Calgary French International School(K to 12) and Waldorf (K to 9) close by. Imagine skiing right from the top of a ski hill... well Winsport can provide that as the home is located steps away from the top of the ski hill. It has a recreation center with, fitness center, ice rinks, skiing/snowboarding in the winter, and mountain biking in the summer. Perfect place for summer and winter camps to put the kids in. A short drive to downtown and quick access west to the Rocky Mountains for a quick day trip. Book your showing before it's too late!!