Welcome to 1017 Croton Drive in the heart of sought-after Waynewood community - a home where timeless charm meets thoughtful, high-quality upgrades and an unbeatable location. This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers a warm and inviting layout designed for both comfortable daily living and effortless entertaining. The living room is anchored by a stunning gas fireplace, creating the perfect cozy gathering space, with direct access to a private backyard that feels like your own secluded retreat. The light-filled sunroom provides exceptional flexibility - ideal for morning coffee, a home office, or a peaceful place to unwind while overlooking the professionally landscaped yard. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite serves as a true sanctuary, complete with its own private bath and enhanced comfort thanks to a dedicated mini-split system. Two additional bedrooms offer versatility for family, guests, or work-from-home needs. Extensive capital improvements provide outstanding peace of mind, including a new HVAC system with air scrubber (2025), new roof with ridge vent, skylight, TPO over the garage, upgraded gutters and drainage extensions (2020), mini-split systems in the garage, sunroom, and primary bedroom (2022), whole-house water softener and custom automated shades. The fully upgraded garage features insulation, drywall, epoxy-coated flooring, and climate control, creating the perfect environment for a gym, workshop, hobby space, or additional flex area. The professionally designed landscaping has been a multi-year transformation, featuring regrading, drainage solutions, privacy trees, flowering plantings, boulders, a stone walkway, and a full irrigation system - creating a lush, serene outdoor setting that feels both curated and natural. Ideally located within walking distance to Waynewood Elementary School and the beloved Waynewood Recreation Association pool, with easy access to the scenic George Washington Memorial Parkway. Enjoy being just minutes to Old Town Alexandria and a convenient commute into Washington, DC. A rare opportunity to enjoy refined comfort, meaningful updates, and a true sense of community in one of Alexandria's most cherished neighborhoods.