1588 Havenwood Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70815

Description

Welcome to this custom five bedroom Acadian-style original builder’s personal home. Situated on a generous pie-shaped lot, this mostly brick house boasts timeless character and lots of room to grow. Love to entertain? It features an extra-long, wide 11+ car new driveway plus carport. Remodeled in 2017-2018, inviting spaces offer abundant natural light and a functional floor plan. The formal dining and breakfast room open to a kitchen with stainless steel appliances, leathered granite countertops, double sink, gas stove, two wall ovens, and custom storage—including slots for baking sheets and two spice drawers. Breakfast room with bay windows overlooks the covered patio and backyard. Large game room features vaulted beamed ceilings with French doors & is waiting for a pool table or use as a rec room. The heart of the home is the den, showcasing a custom brick cook in fireplace with large, curved hearth & cypress beam mantle and wet bar. The downstairs primary suite is a private retreat with 2 sink areas—one is a dressing area with full mirrors, ample cabinetry, seated vanity, chandelier and cedar-lined primary closet. Downstairs also has a bedroom perfect for an office or nursery and a curved, sunken, elegant living room. Many rooms include custom, pinched pleat drapes. Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms, an oversized full bath with two sinks, and an additional half bath. Don’t miss downstairs’ 2 hidden closets. Comfortable outdoor living includes a long, draped patio with ceiling fans, 4 storage areas: one is a 162-square-foot flex space w/ full HVAC, water, electricity, ideal for an office, workshop, hobby room, or outdoor kitchen. Located in the St. Thomas More school district and near Sherwood Middle Academic Magnet, this home is a rare blend of craftsmanship, comfort, and charm. Gas is Delta. For your added safety HOA has surveillance cameras at several street corners.