Nestled in the heart of the Cougar Mountain community, this home feels like country living on an acre, yet only 12 minutes to downtown Bellevue and 8 minutes to downtown Issaquah. This spacious 5-bedroom home lives like a rambler with all primary living spaces on the main level, while still offering generous square footage. The main floor welcomes you with an open-concept living/dining area, highlighted by soaring ceilings, a gas fireplace, and expansive windows that flood the space with natural light. Step outside onto the massive, newly refinished composite deck—perfect for entertaining with peek-a-boo views of Lake Sammamish. The renovated 2025 kitchen is a standout feature, showcasing brand-new cabinetry, quartz countertops, new backsplash, and updated appliances including a range, microwave, and hood vent. Thoughtful flow from the garage through the mudroom, past a spacious walk-in pantry, and into the kitchen—ideal for everyday living. The main level also features a private ensuite primary bedroom with spacious walk-in closet. The second main floor bedroom is currently an office but easily a bedroom, adjacent to the hall bath. Downstairs, a large second living/rec room with oversized windows, gas fireplace and sliders to the yard. Three more bedrooms, a full hall bath, and a substantial utility room with abundant storage complete the lower level. New interior paint. 2 car garage. Newer roof. AC. Coveted Cougar Ridge Elem. Across from Lakemont trail system to Starbucks.