Gracious Prairie Style Ranch, with many elements reflecting the low horizontal lines of the Mission style. Quiet street in a well-kept, established neighborhood. Five minutes from groceries, pharmacies, restaurants, metro-link and excellent schools. Hardwood floors throughout, tho the bedrooms are carpeted over. Living room incorporates the mission style theme with its long, low brick fireplace (gas log) and large bay window. Hand-crafted plaster design in the ceiling is an understated work of art.
Hardwood floor from living room continues into the dining area of the kitchen, where the custom fruitwood wainscot and unique open window overlooking the family room unite warmth with openness. A large skylight adds to the open feel. The working kitchen features custom made cabinetry, ceramic tile floor and a colorful glass tile back splash. Built-in shelving and a desk area provide plenty of fashion and space.
The family room boasts a cathedral ceiling and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. The master bedroom contains a large closet, but the adjoining master bathroom also includes a large walk-in closet. A sliding door provides access from the bedroom to a private patio. Central vacuum isaccessible through entire house.
The east wing of the house contains a third bedroom/office and a library/den, both with hardwood floors. Three walls of the library consist of floor-to-ceiling book shelves. The fourth wall showcases the in-ground swimming pool through glass paneled French doors.
The entire yard is landscaped with shade trees and perennials. The back yard is a secluded woodland garden, designed and established by a distinguished local naturalist. Pines and deciduous trees provide shaded pathways through many varieties of ferns, hostas and other flowering foliage. Two stone ponds accent the south end of the garden, complete with waterfalls and goldfish. A small greenhouse/potting shed is conveniently tucked into the back corner of the garden.
Totally private in-ground pool providesa cool summer retreat, with ample space pool side for seating.A built in gas grill, speaker system and second refrigerator add to the fun. The tranquil garden and nearby gazebo make this a perfect spot to relax or to entertain. This totally refurbished home is move-in ready. Don't let this one get away!
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