ENTERTAINERS' PARADISE

The house has a wraparound porch on two sides that gives access to the back patio and hot tub.

Just off the kitchen is the elegant dining room with plenty of space for entertaining guests.

The master bedroom is large, but so are the other three bedrooms in this house.The kitchen is a great place to sit and enjoy your morning coffee with its hard wood floor and view of the back yard.

Right: The downstairs makes a nice recreation space with enough room for a pool table.

You won't want to keep all the wonderful qualities of this home to yourself, and your family and friends will be more than happy to share them with you.Accept the invitation of the wrap-around porch and enjoy the view of the Ashland Hills subdivision while rocking in that favorite wicker chair. With the Christmas season close at hand, it wouldn't be hard to imagine boughs of greenery intertwined with lights along the wooden porch railing.Getting to the backyard is no problem. The safety of fencing along wide concrete steps at the side of the two-car garage leads guests to the fenced pool area. Or just continue on around the porch and enjoy the view of the fountains around the in-ground pool from this upper-level deck. Stairs lead down to the pool area. Protected by the upper deck, the lower-level patio is the ideal place to gather and stay protected from the sun or even the rain.Large plants highlight the pool area during the warmer weather, but what do you do with them when it turns cold? The current owner has already solved that problem. Warm, moist heat filters to the upper porch from the hot tub. Rather than just let it go to waste, a greenhouse has been constructed at the end of the porch. Plants flourish in this steamy environment and wills stay healthy for their return outside.Two outdoor storage sheds hide lawn mowers, pool-cleaning equipment, hoses, rakes and other landscaping necessities.No, it isn't the main level you're entering when coming in from the lower patio, but it very well could be. A freestanding wood stove is highlighted by octagon windows which overlook the pool. This cozy area would be a great place to unwind at the end of a long day or could be the "party spot" thanks to a fantastic bar at one end. Glasses are ready and waiting overhead in the wooden, lighted rack, and the counter provides additional seating space.The most has been made of walkway space between rooms. Floor-to-ceiling shelves will house hundreds of books or all those games and puzzles that always seem to be in the way.A den separates the family room from a large multipurpose area. The layout lends itself to dividing the space into multiple-use areas. Double doors lead to the pool. Two large closets will come in handy if the room is needed for a bedroom. There's even room for a mini-kitchen in one corner which, when combined with the full bath complete with a tub with jets, would allow the area to be used as a complete living space in case you are expecting some long-term guests.The functional main level houses a formal dining room, living room and kitchen. Step from the porch onto the parquet flooring of the entry before continuing to the carpeted living room. A brick fireplace complements the well-lit living area.Guests are sure to enjoy themselves in the spacious formal dining room. For cozier meals, the breakfast area in the kitchen will do just fine. It's a cinch to enjoy that morning cup of coffee outdoors since access to the porch can be gained from the kitchen.A large pantry and hidden laundry area along with a well planned kitchen will keep the woman of the house happy. Don't worry about all that extra trash that comes with entertaining. A built in trash compactor will make quick work of all those boxes and cans you can't recycle.If you don't have enough glasses and plates to fill the dishwasher, doing dishes by hand can be enjoyable in this bright airy kitchen. The greenhouse window over the sink makes an attractive, yet functional, display area.A wooden railed staircase greets you as you enter through the front door. Grandma's antique rocker would be right at home in the sitting area at the top of the stairs.Space isn't a problem in the master bedroom. A king-size bed will be right at home with plenty of walk-around room. Don't worry about boxing up those "maybe you'll wear someday" garments. The large walk-in closet is big enough for several "seasons and sizes" of clothing. The spacious full master bath offers plenty of privacy in an inviting atmosphere.Two additional bedrooms offer ample space for a large family. Each bedroom has spacious closets and windows which open to the front of the house. Maturing trees provide an abundance of shade to the well manicured lawn. A corner lamppost provides lighting to the yard while also displaying the home's address.Century 21 Key Realty is offering this ready-for-immediate-occupancy home at 3906 Eagle Ridge for $195,000.