9119 Redbud St, Baton Rouge, LA 70815

Arts and crafts feel. Storage distinguishes this home from its counterparts. That, and an understated elegance that comes from the patina of old wood floors, soothing colors and lots of natural light. Renovations have been both aesthetic-ceramic tile, updated bath fixtures--and mechanical-new plumbing throughout in 2001, new ductwork and registers in 2003. Mature, deciduous trees shade the yard, lower the utilities, and make for beautiful views. The master bedroom opens to the backyard patio, but retains a sense of privacy. It contains a large cedar(!) walk-in closet, and two other walk-ins. Nearly every room has built-in storage. A separate space off the living room serves as a study, piano room or office. It is wired for two phone lines. Open living, dining/kitchen areas have many windows and also copper pendant lighting over a breakfast bar. Custom draperies, Roman shades, and plantation shutters stay. The walk-in pantry is quite large. A sunroom with built-in banquette and cabinets functions well as a mudroom, office, hobby room, or playroom. Fenced, private backyard. Wooden playset to stay. Bonus: "free" treehouse. This is a great house. Plus, it is on a quiet street with an easy commute downtown via Florida Boulevard.