Custom designed 1.5 story contemporary is nestled in Estates on the Ridge, in Echo Valley Golf Community of Norwalk. Love to golf? Check out all the amenities on the Echo Valley website. Striking curb appeal of the nearly 1 acre lot sets the stage. Carriage garage doors, a wide walkway & landscaping changing color w/the seasons, lead to the covered front porch w/beautiful entry opening to the foyer. To your right is the study w/privacy sliding door, guest bedroom/bath & primary suite w/walk-in closet & bath w/tiled shower. Laundry is conveniently located on 1st floor. To the left of the foyer, the open floor plan offers comfort & entertaining. Unique suspended ventless & eco fireplace can pivot to be enjoyed from the great room or the gorgeous kitchen. Top of the line appliances, cabinetry & designer backsplash are paired w/quartz counters. Relax on the floating bench for table seating or the long island for counter seating w/wine fridge. Great room offers a wall of sliders opening to the screened in porch w/stamped concrete floor & open patio. 2nd level holds 2 additional bedrooms, bath & rec3/family room w/an abundance of windows allowing for natural light. Potential for future finish in lower level. 3 car garage + golf cart stall keeps the wheels dry! Located near amenities of Des Moines, w/easy access to I-35/HWY5 bypass as well as the DSM Airport. Experience both tranquility & convenience.