Rarely does a townhome offer the scale, practical multi-level design, and natural setting found at 4 Birchdale Avenue. Nestled in the established riverside community of Crystal Bay / Bayshore, this 3-storey home delivers 2,041 sq. ft. of above-grade living space, seasonal Ottawa River views, and direct access to outdoor recreation just steps from your front door. The ground level features an inviting entryway with inside garage access, a 2-piece powder room, and a generous family room with direct walkout to a fully fenced, private backyard complete with low-maintenance composite fencing (2025) and mature trees. Upstairs, the expansive second level is designed for everyday comfort and entertaining. It boasts a bright eat-in kitchen, a dedicated formal dining room, and an expansive living room centered around a natural gas fireplace with custom built-in shelving. Step out onto the elevated balcony set directly into the tree canopy-with newly updated exterior stairs and tranquil seasonal views toward the river. The third floor hosts 4 well-proportioned bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, including a primary retreat with a private 3-piece ensuite, a full 4-piece family bath, with the versatile fourth bedroom ideal for a dedicated home office or nursery. Down below, a clean, dry crawlspace provides exceptional out-of-sight seasonal storage.Key capital updates include vinyl replacement windows (2019), central air conditioning (2021), and a brand-new washer and dryer (2026). Complete with parking for 3 vehicles (attached garage + 2-car surface driveway), this home sits walking distance to Britannia Beach, the Nepean Sailing Club, Andrew Haydon Park, and NCC multi-use pathways/winter ski trails. Perfectly positioned just 15 minutes to both the Kanata Tech Park and Downtown Ottawa, with quick access to the Bayshore transit hub and future LRT.
