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For those seeking old world charm, this 4,623 sq. ft. wood trimmed Tudor-style home on an 11,499 sq. ft. lot has it. The flowing, efficient floor plan makes it a delight for entertaining, and with a total of 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, a powder room and maid's room it's ideal for a growing family. Double front doors, inset with glowing stained glass open into a large entry hall that extends the length of the house, and has a wide staircase leading to the second floor. The expansive, inviting living room features a wide, red-brick fireplace and hearth flanked by built in bookshelves and cabinets, a long, sunken wet-bar at the opposite end, with ample cabinets, and a high, wood beamed ceiling. A den/library/office boasts built-in bookshelves, rich wainscoting on the lower half of the walls, and crown moldings at the ceiling. Floors throughout are beautiful, hand-planed oak, reminiscent of those seen in English country manors. A large formal dining room has a built-in buffet along one wall, with two handy Salton heating trays set in the top. The spacious kitchen opens to a bright, pleasant breakfast area. Wood-trimmed faux French doors actually slide open, giving access to the patio, fenced pool area and back yard. Throughout this area, the floors are a light, embossed designer wood with decorative pegs. There is a built-in, hooded electric range, microwave, built-in double ovens, and a side-by-side sub-zero refrigerator/freezer that blends with the wooden cabinets, A built in desk provides work space and a handy lazy susan shelf in the corner cabinet spins items to your fingertips. There is also a sizeable laundry room, the maid's quarters, and secure, easy access to the three-car garage. The master bedroom has several closets, one a large walk-in, and a built in safe. Along the passage to the master bath are built-in dresser drawers and shelves. The bath has a big step-down tub, separate shower, linen closet and unique built-in scale that pulls out of the wall. In addition to the other four bedrooms, each with a full bath, there is an unfinished bonus room upstairs and many. Built by the current owners, the home includes many practical, ingenious touches in the design - like the convenient laundry chute from the second floor to the first; closets and storage cabinets in every possible corner; a central vacuum system; clean, dust free radiant heat (a Godsend to anyone with allergies); a "water closet" enclosure for each toilet; and many other thoughtful details. Must see.
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