A BEAUTIFUL WOODED BACKDROP, NO DIRECT REAR NEIGHBOURS & OVER 1,500 SQ. FT. OF LIVING SPACE! Backing onto environmentally protected land, this three-bedroom backsplit sits on a 50 x 140 ft lot in Barrie's established Allandale Heights neighbourhood, within walking distance of schools, parks and Allandale Recreation Centre. The backyard is bordered by mature trees and features established gardens, a large lawn, a patio and a side deck, offering room for summer barbecues or afternoons spent outdoors. Attractive curb appeal comes courtesy of a brick-front exterior, metal roof, landscaped gardens, an unilock driveway and a stone front entrance, while the attached double-car garage provides inside entry through the main-floor laundry room. The backsplit design gives each living area its own cozy feel, with just a few steps separating the spaces while keeping them connected. Freshly painted throughout, the home features a dining area with a bay window overlooking the front yard, opening to a kitchen with warm wood cabinetry, a backsplash, a double sink and sightlines into the living room below. A few steps down, the living room centres around a gas fireplace with a brick surround, while French doors open directly to the backyard patio. A bedroom with a walk-in closet and 3-piece bathroom complete this level, making it a great option for guests or a home office. The upper level offers two generous bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with a walk-in closet and semi-ensuite access to a 4-piece bathroom. Allandale Waterfront GO Station, Centennial Park, Park Place and Highway 400 are also within easy reach, putting Barrie's waterfront, shopping and commuter connections just minutes from home.