Absolutely stunning from every angle, this custom-built, architecturally designed lakefront home is located in a gated subdivision within 1hr from Lafayette, Alexandria & Baton Rouge. Set on a tree-lined 125-ft lakefront lot, it offers a peaceful escape or the perfect full-time residence. The setting is exceptional; the back of the home faces Wilderness Lake, framed by hardwoods & moss-draped cypress trees. The lake connects to miles of waterways, providing endless opportunities for fishing, kayaking, skiing, tubing, or sunset boat rides. Enjoy an oversized covered pier with fish feeder, a boathouse with electric lift. Built in 2009 with thoughtful touches, this home blends warmth & comfort with architectural character. Tall windows & cathedral ceilings fill the interior with natural light and showcase stunning cypress floors. The kitchen features antique cypress cabinets, granite counters, a large island, and beams salvaged from a historic Melville home. The living area includes a custom fireplace, 12-ft cathedral ceilings, and a breathtaking wall of windows overlooking the lake. Antique stained glass pieces imported from the UK add charm throughout. The split floor plan offers spacious bedrooms. Two guest rooms share a beautifully designed bath with hammered copper sinks, slate counters, and bronze fixtures. The private primary suite offers an oversized soaking tub, separate shower, double sinks, and a large walk-in closet. Outdoor living is exceptional with huge porches, a serene screened patio, a heated gunite pool with swim-jet feature, a concrete fire-pit area, and bulkheaded shoreline. Downstairs includes ample storage, a half bath, covered parking and a golf-cart port. Meticulously maintained, with AC exterior unit & interior coil replaced in 2015. Refrigerator, washer, dryer, and most furniture remain, including kitchenware & linen. With incredible views and a lifestyle combining adventure & tranquility, this one-of-a-kind lakefront home truly has it all
Absolutely gorgeous custom built, architecturally designed lakefront home/camp in gated subdivision only 40 minutes From Lafayette, 20 minutes from Opelousas. Situated on one of the larger (125 ft) treed lake front lots in subdivision. Perfect weekend getaway or permanent resident built in 2009 with all the bells and whistles. Direct lake front overlooking Wilderness Lake with a variety of moss draped hardwoods and huge cypress trees. Wilderness Lake connects to 3 Mile Lake so you can enjoy party barging, fishing, kayaking, skiing, tubing or just relaxing on huge rear covered patio or enjoy the front porch with views of historic 2 O'clock Bayou. Lot includes extra large covered patio over water with auto fish feeder, boat house with electric left & huge cement fire pit area on lakes edge. Very large storage area under home, 2 carports and golf cart port. The home features antique cypress cabinets, granite counters, island, kitchen has 12 ft ceilings with antique cypress beams from an old home in Melville. Den has cathedral ceilings and custom fireplace with a wall of windows, floor to ceiling. Antique stained glass windows from the UK accent different areas of the home. Split plan with 2 bedrooms and huge bath with double hammered copper sinks, slate counters and rubbed oil bronze fixtures on one side and Master suite on the other. Master bath has x-large soaking tub and separate shower, double sinks, and large walk-in closet. Exterior and interior of home freshly painted last month, exterior a/c replaced in 2016 as well as interior coil. Water well was replaced in 2015 and is shared with neighbor. Owner is leaving most of the FURNITURE and washer/dryer/fridge. See list for more info. You won't find anything like this around here!! Owner is a licensed Realtor in the State of Lousiana. Please verify schools. Mosquito system.
AcadianaMLS #9206746
Mar 25, 2009
Listed
$73,500
$39/sq ft
AcadianaMLS #8195647
Jul 11, 2008
Listed
$79,900
$43/sq ft
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Public record
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Lot width
112 ft.
Lot depth
219 ft.
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Landry Parish
APN
0402841750ar
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Last updated by owner on May 21, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Open
Has Open Parking
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 2
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Electric
Has Heating
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Varied Ceiling Heights, Granite Counters, Granite Tile Counters, Tile Counters
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Stove Con
Fireplace Features
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace, Wood Burning
Has Fireplace
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Other, Lighting
Fencing: Partial, Split Rail, Wood
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type, Frame
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Screened
Water front Features: Waterfront, Lake, Walk To
Has Waterfront
Other Structures: Boat House, Other, See Remarks, Workshop
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Gunite, In Ground
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence, Camp
Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Unimproved
Lot Information
Zoning: Residential
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: 300
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Other - See Remarks
Association Amenities: Management
School Information
Elementary School: Krotz Springs
Middle Or Junior School: Krotz Springs
High School: Port Barre
Location Information
Directions: From Lafayette, to I-49 N to US 190 E past Port Barre, use Rt lane to take US-71 N ramp.Go N on US-71 for 1 mile then Left into N Wilderness Sub. Enter sub gate, take a left & go all the way to the end, house is on the L From Baton Rouge, W on Hwy 190 through Krotz Springs, exit R to take US-71 N ramp. N on US-71 for 1 mile then L into N Wilderness Sub. Enter left gate onto S Wilderness Rd.
Community Information
Community Features: Gated, Other
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Electric: Elec: SLEMCO
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Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Landry Parish
APN: 0402841750ar
Home facts updated by county records on May 21, 2023
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Around this home
Schools
Krotz Springs Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 4.3mi
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Port Barre High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.5mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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