This 3 bedroom 2.5 bath contemporary home in the Simmonsville neighborhood in Johnston sits at the end of a long drive set back to give the owners privacy. Walk up the granite steps to lantern-topped brick pillars, and a front door over a stone landing. Impressive two story great room centered on a vaulted, skylit room with a gas fireplace framed in granite and an open loft overlooking the space below. Open-concept kitchen centered on a sprawling granite peninsula with mosaic cabinetry, handsome wood corbel accents, and seating for two.Cream raised-panel cabinetry pairs with sleek stainless steel appliances, including a built-in oven, microwave, and five-burner gas cooktop. A large dining area with French doors leads out to an expansive rear deck. The second floor primary suite includes a soaring vaulted ceiling, a sitting area, a walk-in closet, and a private bath with a jacuzzi tub, separate shower, and dual vanities. Down below, a finished lower level with bulkhead access adds a bonus room with a full bathroom with an additional flexible living space suited for a home office or a gym, bringing the home's total living area to approximately 3,256 square feet. Comfort systems include two-zone forced-air gas heat and two-zone central air conditioning. Outside, the private, tree-lined backyard is fenced and includes a large deck for entertaining, with a lawn sprinkler system keeping the grounds low-maintenance. Great access to I-295, Rhode Island and beyond.