Striking but secluded Brick home situated on 3 acres has space

We all remember the classic folktale "Goldilocks and the Three Bears." In the story, Goldilocks is wandering through the forest, and suddenly comes upon a quaint little cottage that she had no idea existed. Intrigued, she has to go inside to check it out.

Arriving at 339 Flagstone in Cape Girardeau is sort of like happening upon the bears' cottage. The house sits on a little street tucked into the woods off Benton Hill Road.

The first thing that strikes visitors to this home is its seclusion and privacy. The house has more than 2,200 square feet of main level living space, and a finished basement that adds even more space. It is a classic all-brick home set on a beautifully landscaped yard, which includes three acres.

The entrance is stately, with three pillars and a beautiful wood-look door with a leaded glass oval and sidelights. Visually appealing oval steps of brick lead in a path to the door.

Inside, the foyer has a shiny green marble tile floor. A combination of hardwood flooring and cream plush carpeting is found throughout the main level of the home.

To the left of the foyer is a dining room with hardwood floors and an Old World style chandelier in antique white and opaque glass. Large, beautiful windows are found throughout the house, inviting nature inside. Wood molding frames the entrance into most of the rooms. This woodwork gives a country feel to a very elegant home.

The living room has plush cream carpeting and a cathedral ceiling. Two large windows overlook the wooded back yard and the two decks of the home.

A large kitchen features a ceramic tile floor and wood cabinetry, including a large pantry area and two corner cabinets with backlit glass fronts for a dramatic display of glassware. Other kitchen amenities include a double stainless steel sink with a window above it overlooking the front yard, a countertop in a tan stone-look laminate, and a kitchen island. An eat-in kitchen area includes a built-in desk area for easy organization of cookbooks and managing family business. Patio doors open to a large outside deck.

This home has five bedrooms, which can be used for alternate purposes. One is currently being used as a home office area. It features a large double window that stretches almost from floor to ceiling. Each of the bedrooms includes plenty of closet space and windows for an abundance of natural light.

The master bedroom suite is large enough to accommodate even large furniture, including a king-sized bed. A patio door opens to a private deck with a hot tub. The suite also features a large walk-in closet. The master bath has a white ceramic tile floor, and a long double sink vanity with brushed chrome and brass hardware. The cabinetry is natural wood, for a light and woodsy look. A large garden-style tub tucked into a corner makes for a perfect in-home spa experience. The master bath also includes a step-in shower with two shower heads and controls, and two bathing seats.

An open staircase leading to the downstairs continues the home's theme of space and light. The finished basement includes a large family room with a set of swinging stained glass windows that open to a large wet bar area. A two-level countertop gives plenty of room for drink and snack preparation and serving. The wet bar includes its own kitchen area, complete with double stainless steel sinks, a range, refrigerator, and microwave, as well as its own dining area.

An unfinished basement area adds plenty of storage area, and features an exit to the yard, making it a perfect place for storing garden tools. A small closet with a steel door and lock doubles as a wine closet and safe area for storage of valuables.

This home is currently listed at $399,000, and is available for viewing through Town & Country Realty, 334-4406.

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