6844 Government St, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

This 1940s five bedroom and three and half bath home sits on an acre lot in the heart of Old Goodwood. The home features lush mature landscaping, large inground pool, detached cottage, beautiful original hardwood floors and tons of storage throughout. The gourmet kitchen features new top-of-the-line appliances, granite countertops, and oversized center island overlooking manicured yard. Breakfast room with one-of-a-kind woodwork handpicked and designed by original owner. Upstairs boosts large bedrooms with 5th bedroom perfect for office or nursery. All windows with beautiful views overlooking the property with tons of natural light. Detached cottage with full bath, garden shed, and already plumbed for a kitchen. Backyard with composite decking and pool with top rated, removable security fence. Close to shopping and restaurants, walking distance to Our Lady of Mercy. Home is setback on soon to be finished Government Street "Road Diet" with added green space, decreased traffic flow, and bike lanes.

PRICED MORE THAN $100,000 BELOW APPRAISAL!!! Original hardwood floors on main floor were beautifully restored last year. The one-of-a-kind millwork in the dining/breakfast area adjacent to the kitchen is simply gorgeous! The kitchen boasts an enormous island w/ gas cooktop, stainless steel hood, granite countertops, & plenty of storage. The built-in bench w/ drawers is perfect for keeping family members organized! The spacious living room has a cozy, woodburning fireplace (seller is leaving plenty of wood to get you thru the 1st winter). Upstairs you will find 5 large bedrooms, (2 master suites), 3 full baths, storage & a balcony overlooking the front yard. The sunroom overlooks a garden that still has the plants & flowers from the original owner, the biggest salvia I have ever seen! There are several large trees on the property, some planted by current owners, some as old as the home (cypress, oak, magnolia, crepe myrtle, water oak, satsuma, grapefruit, kumquat, orange, fig)! The backyard also features several flowerbeds, swingset, garden area, separate dog run w/ raised surfaces, grass & kennels. Oh yea! And a gunite pool w/ composite decking around it! Separate 494 sq ft garage apartment, not included in living area, complete w/ full bath and plumbed for a kitchen. This unique home is a must-see! Gorgeous and ready to move in! (The sellers would love to tell the next owners all about this home's rich history!) Sales price includes 6819 Esplanade Ave, an 80 x 150 lot within fenced in yard, 1 acre all together.