Charming Colonial styling

Colonial Dutch architecture isn't a common architectural style found in Southeast Missouri, but that's exactly what catches the eye at 1547 Bunker Hill in Northfield Subdivision.

This home is charming with its barn-like shape and practical styling. It's that practicality that made the Pennsylvania Dutch famous for the style, and it's what makes this house an excellent buy -- lots of space for the money.

There aren't many houses in Cape Girardeau listed at only $189,900 that offer six bedrooms, four bathrooms, and more than 2,600 square feet of above ground space, plus a finished basement. And it has interior details that equal the charm of its exterior.

Inside, the foyer is hardwood floor. An oak and white staircase draws the eye upward. To the left is a formal dining room with wood inlay flooring. Three large windows in the room allow an abundance of natural light that bounces of the cream colored walls and crisp white trim. A simple, yet elegant, brass chandelier hangs from the center of the room.

To the right of the foyer is a formal living room with light carpeting and again, three large windows, with custom drapery.

One of the home's nicest features is its warm, large kitchen. Family is definitely the center of attention in this comfortable room that has a brick wall and white beaded paneling through much of it. Shelves stretch along the ceiling line, making them the perfect place for displaying collectibles and antiques. The kitchen cabinets are white with brass pulls. The appliances are also white, including a smooth-top range with a microwave oven built-in above. The countertop has a rich granite-look with dark colors that contrast nicely with the white cabinetry. A double white porcelain sink has a window situated above it for an outdoors view while in the kitchen. A large pantry includes slide-out drawers for ease of storage.

A family room adjoins the kitchen, with the brick wall actually being the family room fireplace. The fireplace is classic brick with built-in wood storage area. A relaxing window seat with custom cabinetry sits at a wall of windows that overlook a well-manicured back yard.

Also on the main level of the house is a bathroom with a built-in vanity and shell-shaped sink. A room that can be used as a bedroom, office, or hobby room is also on the main level. It has custom bookshelves that make it perfect for multiple uses. Again, the colonial style soffit shelving at the ceiling line creates visual interest.

A large laundry room also offers an exit to the home's backyard deck and two-car garage. The deck is also one of the property's finest features, being partially screened in for summer pleasure. The two-layer deck also has built-in benches that overlook the fenced-in yard, dotted with colorful spring perennials.

Upstairs, the home has a large bedroom with a spacious walk-in closet. A bath off the bedroom includes an oak vanity and mirrored closet door. It also has separate bath/shower, toilet and vanity areas. Another upstairs bath gives the upstairs bedroom occupants plenty of grooming space.

Each of the bedrooms have plenty of closet space and amenities like custom shelving and natural light.

This home also has a finished basement. One of the house's most charming features is a children's "playhouse" built in below the stairway in the basement. The play area has its own window and entrance door for childhood fun. The downstairs family room also includes plenty of room for a large screen television or game tables.

Another bedroom is also located downstairs. It also has a walk-in closet that is shared with another bedroom. That room has an exit to the back yard. A large downstairs bath adds convenience. An unfinished room adjacent to the family room adds even more storage room.