Gentlemen's Quarters In Process 2006

Firstly, you won't find any finer finish work on any project anywhere with every square inch of this building having been lovingly hand-crafted by The Arborist himself. Equaling the home's square footage in the 'Gentlemen's Quarters,' a massive, yet, unobtrusive separate 2-story living space 100' to the west of the main manor is tucked away in the forest for a feeling of private space and aesthetic value, the first jpg taken rather late in the day for a shaded ambiance. Featuring 28' x 40' solid, conventional 2 x 6 3-story Williamsburg-style construction, fully drywalled, also wired with state-of-the-art sound and security, this intimidating structure is almost completed, so some finish appointments are still open to personal option. A gentleman's dream with a minimum of another 1484 square feet of living space in two-stories not counting the 2 and 1/2 vehicle parking area including its additional area for workshop space or storage, and the spacious 3rd-floor storage attic adding another full 28' X 40' of storage accessible by pull down steps from the 2nd story office-library. More storage for garden tools and bird/critter feed is housed in the matching adjacent garden shed.

And yes, ladies, feel free to take this space over for yourselves enjoying the brand new jetted spa tub and shower combo, in-process Spring 2006, or make the 2nd story into a game-room for the kids while you enjoy the romance, magic and mystery of the main manor's finer accoutrements. Finish appointments now in process, our plan is: first level: 27 x 23 2.5 vehicle or other toy storage arena, full 19 x 12 workshop-turned-ceramic tiled kitchen with ample dining areabetween it and the northwest corner's 12 x 6 spa/Jacuzzi full bath with additional massage area in or outside the room, workshop/art or game room. New Ruud furnace with April Aire HEPA filter installed July 2003 with air conditioner moved from the house at that time, still in excellent working condition.

Below find exterior photos of front and back balcony from ground level, then 3 photos taken from the upper level balcony off the library/office out over the lagoon, straight back where the tube slide may yet be hung, and a look out over the incoming lane, none of which can be seen thru the thick forest cover providing you the ultimate in natural privacy, seclusion and fresh, forest-filtered air.

With the upper east wing at another 18' x 22.6' living space, this overflow area would be enough for 24 bunk beds if needed for StarKid Heaven. However, this gentlemen opted for his personal multimedia theatre getaway. Yet, an art or music studio, writer's retreat in the trees, master suite, 2 large separate bedrooms, game room or guest quarters overlooking Lake Anne and the richly forested property with main manor to the south east is still an option. Boasting loads of closet/storage re: 8 4' sliding mirrored doors to be exact, and additional storage elsewhere, this well-planned dreamer's paradise is still open to options. The lady of the house would have added 8 more Williamsburg sidelight windows between the closets in both media room and library to take advantage of the geatest forest view which may still be installed by the new owner.

Below find the obvious appointments of the new 2006 over-sized workshop-turned-kitchen on the first level featuring ceramic tiled floor, hand-finished dark oak cabinets with floor-to-ceiling pantry on the other side of the frig, not shown, apartment-sized oven with electric cooktop and new overhead vent, custom built-in cutting board counter area, dishwasher, garbage disposal, formica countertops, lighted ceiling fan, and both task and mood lighting with room for many more features should you care to include them. There is plenty of room for a dining table between this area and the spa/bathroom in the northwest corner of the first level, still in process. With the spa still in process, there is still time to put in your own finishing touches. The east wall features an equally functional expanse of workshop equipment, cabinets, counters, and file cabinets, not shown.

Below find the recently completed 2nd level featuring this gentleman's media room with 8 mirrored closet doors for loads of storage, 2 overhead fan lights for added ventillation and general lighting as are overhead ceiling lights, with unique side-lights for mood/TV lighting, complete with 34" RCA surround-sound TV and multimedia entertainment center. Light and airy with the front sliding 4' X 6' window allowing enjoyment of pristine aromatic forest air, furniture and 9' X 12' Knights-of-the-Templar-Black sculpted rug with matching 4' X 6' optional as is everything except most of the books. Alternatives abound.

This gentleman also opted to make a luxurious personal office/library out of the arena shown below which could also be made into a romantic treetop bedroom, music/art/writer's retreat, a second spa for soaking in the healing waters of Tarajories, or any other configuration like a boys and girls bathroom area for the philanthropist's StarKid Camp bunker. For alternative or integrative health investors, this entire level could be turned into treatment rooms for state-of-the-art alternative health care i.e. Theralase, SCIO, Spectra-Chrome, Vibrasound, Homeopathy, Reiki, Massage, and the like. Two beautiful hand-finished, custom built-in book cases highlight the arena with 2 4' sliding mirrored closets on both north and south walls, mirrored-front 4' X 4' file cabinet closet that otherwise would have been the elevator or dumb waiter given rough-in contractor adherence to design, and a 6’ sliding glass door out to the 6.6' x 17.6' balcony-in-the-trees overlooking the lagoon and on to Clear Lake through thick surrounding forest. A gorgeous jade green 8' X 10' Dalton, GA sculpted wool rug is optional as is the massive executive desk with ultra-comfy coordinating executive chair, and matching rich, warm wood file cabinets [not pictured] also available. The additional full 28' X 40' 3rd floor attic storage space is accessible via pull-down steps from this room. One party eagerly quipped converting the 3rd story area to his own private stargazing and ham radio room, just for himself! So, act quickly should you be interested as this party is just waiting for the right moment to spring on this one-in-a-million Crown Jewel for his very own.

A rare winter snowfall, 2004, in lieu of the several past years with barely a dusting. Such is the weather these days, so we can't guarantee either snow or nix to suit your preference, but we're working on it! Either way you'll be cozy warm in winter, cool in summer in this private paradise retreat.

Casual private bidding starts @ $2,599,000... for those who know. With Clear Lake pricing having gone from $12,000 to $17,000 per waterfront foot just last year from August when we officially put our property on the market to fall, this pricing will likely be adjusted accordingly for the upcoming summer 2006 season. It will still be priced to sell at $1,000,000 less than other Lake Drive and surrounding waterfront properties. We'll take you for a comp drive around the area during your review of this property so you can decide for yourselves.

SALE IS LOOSELY CONTINGENT ON ACQUIRING THE PROPERTY ON WHICH WE’VE RECENTLY PLACED AN OFFER, OR, ACQUIRING OR OTHERWISE CONSTRUCTING A DWELLING AS EQUALLY MCS-SAFE AS THE CURRENT ABODE.

Contact: Evan @ 1-260-495-3211

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