8710 Oakthorpe Drive New listing in the highly sought after Kensington at Ballantyne! This gem of a community is one of Ballantyne's best kept secrets! Kensington is a perfect location with quick and easy access to I-485, the Ballantyne Corporate Park, the Ballantyne "Bowl" with restaurants, an amphitheater and attractive green spaces! This full brick beauty has a 3 car garage and is located on a quiet culdesac. The home has been faithfully maintained by the long term owners. There's fresh interior Shoji White paint, a new roof, a new vapor barrier, updated primary and hall baths and a huge 3rd level/walk up attic with extensive storage or a possible future expansion. You'll enjoy a dramatic light filled two story foyer upon entry. The two front "formal" rooms on either side currently serve as an office and a sitting room. Easy to transition back to a dining room if desired. The family room has high quality built-in cabinets and opens to the dining/breakfast area and thoughtfully redesigned kitchen w/ a walk in-pantry, dry bar, wine fridge, double wall ovens, island, pot filler, warming drawer and handy stand mixer cabinet with easy lift ledge for all your baking needs! The primary suite, three additional bedrooms, an ensuite bath, a jack and jill bath and a bonus/loft room round out the second floor. No need to go to the spa! The renovated primary bath is stunning and it's all you'll ever need! Large screened porch with vaulted ceiling and double level Trex decks are perfect to entertain family and friends or just enjoy the birds and quiet relaxation. The lot is a generous .415 of an acre w/ a level backyard that is very functional and pool ready if you so wish! So many options! Welcome home!!