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Wide and level lawns, accented by charming gardens and enchanting trees, stretch toward the lake and meet the shore with 107+/– feet of lake front. The property and home are situated on a point in the lake that enjoys all day sunshine! Tucked away from the busy street, the home is nestled in a very quiet, secluded park-like setting. Surrounded by other Estate-quality mansions. Convenient location just 5 minutes to Microsoft.
This Estate also features a unique grassy knoll and a private isthmus! Very large sand and pebble beach offers a wonderful campfire pit, plenty of seating, and a large dock with solar boat lift. Entire yard is fully wired for sound including speakers hidden in rocks at the beach. Grandfathered water rights allow you to pump from the lake to water the lush landscape.
Envisioned by award winning Street of Dreams designer Mary Hanson, and crafted to perfection by custom home builder Stark Construction, the Hamptons-style shingle home completed in 2003 offers 5 star resort-style living. Subtle accents from Europe and Asia bring world-class luxury to this private lakefront escape. This home features exceptional millwork detail, and the entire home was painted by Mark Sealey & Co.
Outdoor Living Room has a wood burning fireplace and built-in ceiling heaters with a fan that pushes the warm air down for year-round comfort. Classic resort style curtains accent the living space which offers built-in surround sound speakers and Cat-5 computer and phone outlets for those who desire a "lakefront laptop" lifestyle!
Kitchen has fabulous atrium windows that brighten up even a grey day. Kitchen offers gorgeous views of the enchanting gardens, patios, rolling lawn and the sparkling lake beyond. Exquisite millwork detail including box ceilings and "secret" built-ins that will surprise and satisfy every gourmet cook. Walk-in pantry, kitchen work-desk, slab calcutta carrera honed marble counters (reminiscent of European kitchens), and an eating bar with views of the lake. Top line appliances and custom hardware.
Open and spacious living areas .... the formal dining room is adjacent to the Kitchen, and both the Indoor and Outdoor Living Rooms, plus additional patio dining and relaxing areas. This is simply a wonderful home for entertaining large or small groups, or relaxing by yourself with a crackling fire and a good book.
Formal dining room has beautiful lake and garden views. French doors off the dining room lead to an elegant fountain, outdoor patio dining and seating areas, and an outdoor gas BBQ. Patios and walkways are designed with lovely Bluestone pavers. Don't miss the crushed cocoa shells that create a yummy chocolate aroma in the garden!
From the moment you arrive, the dramatic accent lighting throughout the interior and exterior will captivate you. The entire home lighting system (including exterior) offers dimmers for soft or intense lighting - - you decide. Accent lighting is tastefully placed throughout the home including glass cabinets, coved ceilings, art niches, select wall display areas, and more. Definitive Audio wired this home.
Living Room has double barrel vaulted ceiling and dramatic coved lighting. Floor is Pennsylvania Bluestone set in a Roman opus pattern. French doors lead to Outdoor Living Room, gardens, and beach beyond. Elegant custom mantle and fireplace surround flanked by gorgeous custom sconces accent this room.
Walk through the double French doors that lead into the elegant Master Suite and you will feel you've entered into the penthouse of a private, luxury resort tree-house. Master Bedroom has an oversized balcony perched above the gardens with soothing views of the lake. Fireplace has beautiful Calcutta carrera marble face and elegant mantle. Generous skylights are sprinkled throughout this home.
Master Bathroom features 18x18 Calcutta carrera marble floors with heat-mat and slab honed marble counters. Beautiful glass display cabinet offers unique built-in storage for keepsake treasures. Large clear glass shower has "rain" shower head and additional fixtures. Master Bath also has a large jetted soaking tub with marble surround, his & hers vanities and his & hers closets. Don't miss the hi-tech color TV inset in the bathroom mirror, perfect to catch a movie with your bubble bath - - or the early morning news!
All 4 Bedrooms in the home offer full bathrooms in-suite, walk-in closets, and vaulted ceilings. The 4th Bedroom Suite (perfect as Nanny or Guest Quarters) is located on the main level with it's own private entrance and a private garden patio. Vaulted ceilings on main level carry the exquisite millwork design and coved lighting accents that are enjoyed throughout the home. 4th BR Suite also has its own in-suite washer and dryer.
Bluestone walking path leads to the elegant custom leaded-glass front doors and 2-story entry foyer. A subtle etched compass pattern, chosen as the time honored guide for world travelers, is inlayed in the stone pathway welcoming all visitors to this very special home.
These photos are just the beginning of the wonderful features this home offers. Other features (not pictured) include a large family room with custom built-ins including a collection cabinet with low voltage lighting, an antique Chinese money chest with built-in sink in powder room, a library-loft with custom spiral stairway perfect as den/office, and an exquisite rock fountain wall (another resort style accent) features dramatic lighting and sound to soothe the soul.
Also not pictured is the 3 car garage. Note the wisteria covered pergola leading to reverse-garage door for garden and water toys. This beautiful Estate simply has it all!
Sold by the BigDogRealty.com Marketing Team
September 2004
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