ROOM TO ROAM

A bricked cooking cove presents a visual delight in the kitchen next to the double ovens.

The brick and cedar-sided ranch home features a plantation-style porch with stone floor.

Ten lush acres just outside the city limits of Cape Girardeau form the setting for this countryside ranch and all its amenities. If horses are you're passion, you're in for a treat. Not only will they have room to roam, there are three barns on the property already set up for horses.

There will never be a dull moment once you've settled in. Enjoy the hot summer days with a dip in the in-ground pool. There's plenty of deck room to gather friends for a party. Toast the event with wine from your very own wine cellar.

If jogging around your property doesn't give you enough exercise, perhaps a game of tennis will do. With a court on the property you won't have to worry about not finding a place to play.

An abundance of shade trees along with large pines grace the well-manicured lawn. Shrubs, flowers and a fountain are already in place in the garden along the front of the house.

Regardless of the season, a favorite gathering place will be the large covered front porch. The stone floor, recessed lighting and two ceiling fans make this a perfect spot to while away the hours.

A narrow, covered porch also extends along the house and looks in on the game room. Large windows along two walls keep the area well-lit. Strike up a game of billiards or invite friends over to play cards. The area is more than large enough to set up what you need. You won't have any trouble finding things to stash away in the large storage pantry. The laundry area and bath with shower are conveniently located on the hallway exit to the pool area.

An interior brick wall serves as the divider between the family room and formal dining room. Beams along the slant ceiling, a bow window and wood flooring give the room an elegant touch. Located just off the formal entry, the dining room makes a striking first impression for the wonders to come.

A fireplace on the family room side plus a beamed ceiling adds to the cozy atmosphere of the area. Upper cabinets with glass doors perfect for displaying treasures sit opposite the eating portion of the room and exit to the pool.

Cooks will delight in using the range which is housed in an arched brick alcove. Ceramic tile behind the cooking area make for easy clean-ups.

More than just a hall, the path to the bedroom area is large enough to create a quiet reading spot or even house a piano. Light pours in through the fan window.

Two bedrooms and a full bath can be found at the front before continuing to the master suite. Taking a midnight dip and then sneaking into the house won't be a problem as the master bedroom opens to the pool area. Create a sitting spot in one corner to spend some quiet time.

If you're a work-a-holic who must bring things home, like to have a home office, do crafts or want a place to exercise, another large room just off the master suite will suit you to a T. Whatever your needs, there's plenty of room. A built-in sauna is just another great addition to the area.

The water heater, furnace, etc. can be easily accessed in the partial basement. A pool house keeps the pump, filter and supplies hidden away. There's also a three-car detached garage and plenty of paved driveway space.

Contact ERA Cape Realty today. They'll be happy to set up your showing of this $425,000 prime property.