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Located on one of Fondren's most beautiful streets, this gracious home on a sprawling lot presents a wonderful opportunity. Boasting all the charm, character, and warmth of an older home, yet offering new wiring, new plumbing, a commercial water filtration system, and many additional updates that enhance today's busy lifestyles, this special home proves you really can have your cake and eat it too. Handsome gas lanterns, circular brick steps, and a newly refinished front door welcome visitors. A formal living room with fireplace and large windows allowing plenty of natural light opens onto a large formal dining room. The spacious, sunny kitchen is a treat with a wall of windows overlooking a beautiful brick terrace with mature, formal landscaping. An island topped with stainless steel pairs well with Calcutta marble countertops and backsplash to provide a clean, crisp aesthetic. A stylish, contemporary light fixture adds interest over the island. A built-in Electrolux refrigerator and freezer flank the doorway. A large Electrolux dual fuel range offers a gas cooktop and electric stove. Additionally, there is a built-in oven, microwave, and warming drawer, as well as storage galore and a built-in desk. An expansive den with a vaulted ceiling, built-ins and a fireplace also offers a wet-bar with beverage refrigerator (with ice) and serving area that will make this space perfectly suited for entertaining. The primary bedroom features a vaulted ceiling, built-ins, plantation shutters and two full ensuite bathrooms, each with its own closet. One bathroom boasts a clawfoot soaking tub, beautiful Calcutta marble countertops, and a makeup area, while the second bathroom offers a tiled walk-in shower with frameless glass door and limestone countertops. Both closets feature built-ins. Upstairs, one bedroom offers an ensuite bath, while two additional bedrooms share a bath with dual sinks. The fifth bedroom is currently being used as an office. Outside, a beautiful brick terrace is surrounded by manicured boxwood, perennials and additional plantings that create a beautiful backdrop. There is also plenty of lawn for backyard fun and even an area set up for movie night. Another section of yard features a dog yard. A workshop at the back of the property offers electricity and even a garage door for easy access. The home is located just a short walk from the Fondren Business District and all the fun and convenience that entails- walk to the grocery, cleaners, etc. and also to dining, bowling, movies, and live music. Call your realtor to see this beautiful property before it is too late! |
