SPACIOUS, GRACIOUS LIVING

A stained-glass window adds a unique glow to the foyer.

Elegance with style is a hallmark of this English tudor which is situated at the end of a cul-de-sac at 1330 Kenwood in Cape Girardeau.

Elegance abounds in this 1979 Southeast Missouri District Fair "Dream Home." Top a small knoll and into view comes a fabulous English tudor at the end of the cul-de-sac. A beautifully landscaped two acres and stair-stepped walkway create the perfect setting for this four bedroom, three and a half bath, three car garage home.

Take a walk around the grounds and enjoy the setting before entering the home. An 18 by 36 foot in-ground swimming pool is ready for the warm summer weather. If you like the action around a pool but don't want to get wet, just enjoy the view from the enclosed patio.

Your first entrance needs to be through the front door to get the real feel of this spacious home which is perfect for entertaining. The oversized entry is lit by a large chandelier and a rainbow of color dances across the parquet flooring as the sun streams through the stained glass window.

An extra-wide stairway leading to the bedrooms is reflected in an almost floor to ceiling wall mirror. Short angled walls add an interesting touch.

From the foyer enter either the formal living room with its inviting fireplace or the main dining room. The living room overlooks the front yard and remainder of the neighborhood while the dining room windows give an unobstructed view of the pool area and surrounding woods.

Watch the activity as early morning swimmers take a dip while you're sipping that morning cup of coffee in the breakfast area which overlooks the backyard. Or perhaps you'd rather enjoy the view from the glass enclosed patio accessible from the kitchen.

Corona countertops add to the look and durability of the kitchen cabinets and cooking island. A long wall of cabinets ends with a desk area complete with pigeon holes for mail and papers. Glass doors on the cabinets are not only appealing to the eye but provide an excellent display area as well.

No, that isn't a painting hanging over the kitchen sink. What you're seeing is actually there. The cutout in the kitchen opens the view to the family room and it's massive fireplace with unusual arched design. Windows along one wall open onto the covered walkway along the front of the house. Enter the patio from this room as well through sliding glass doors. Another exit takes you to the spacious three car garage.

Just imagine starting each day by slipping out of bed and into the Jacuzzi in the master bath. A double shower is also plumbed to serve as a steam room. The glow from the heat lamp gives the deep brown fixtures an even richer look. A double vanity and dressing table complete this spacious room.

Observe the happenings outside from the bay window in the master bedroom.

The large walk-in closet provides more than enough space for both his and her clothes.

Grab your favorite book and sneak to the end of the hall. A cozy secluded room could serve as a bedroom or would make a wonderful sitting room providing a place just to "get away from it all."

Guests will feel right at home in the guest bedroom with its spacious closet and view of the pool area. What they might enjoy more are the offerings of the hall bath. The large mirror and vanity area stands ready for those morning routines. The shower/tub gives you a bathing option. But don't be afraid to open all the doors. Even though there is plenty of closet space, what'll you find behind one of the doors is an exciting surprise. Refresh your skin and relax your mind in the cedar sauna located in the hall bath.

This all sounds wonderful, but just where does the "real" living go on. Why, downstairs of course. Kick back and relax in the finished basement area. The large main room would easily hold a big screen television and plenty of chairs. Perhaps you'd rather convert the area into a game room complete with a pool table and bar. Whatever you're liking, there's plenty of space.

Mother nature even plays a hand with the decorating. A miniature greenhouse has been created outside the basement window. Enjoy the beauty of summer's flowers as they bloom all winter long.

The downstairs office could easily be converted into another bedroom if needed or could serve as an exercise area for those health enthusiasts.

There's an added treat in the downstairs bath. A deep Jacuzzi has been installed so you'll be able to soak away your aches and pains.

Separate heating and cooling units, a new roof in 1999 and a complete alarm system are other desirable features of this property at 1330 Kenwood Drive.

Contact Meyer Realtors to view this $390,000 home in one of Cape Girardeau's finest subdivisions.