1208 E Bayou Pkwy Lafayette, LA 70508

Stop and smell the roses! Here is the home you have been waiting for. This 5 bedroom 3 bath, 3500 square foot home is situated on almost 2/3 of an acre right in the middle of one of Lafayette's most desirable and established neighborhoods. 1208 E. Bayou Pkwy was custom built back in 1969 by the previous owner so there are lots of unique extras and details in the home. Arriving at the home, you will notice the long driveway and ample parking for all of your guests.(Driveway is owned by 1208 and a right of passage is given to adjacent neighbor) A lovely front porch overlooking the large front yard with an intimate space bordered by fragrant antique roses. Sip your morning coffee and enjoy the peaceful sounds of the various bird species that call this space their home. A variety of mature trees give just enough shade to certain areas of the yard. Entering the solidly built home, the formal dining is to your left and a foyer leads you through to the spacious living room with wonderful skylights bringing in an abundance of natural light and a cozy wood burning fireplace. Off of the living room is a versatile space that could easily be a game room, reading room or just a lagniappe room with beautiful cedar ceilings and a wall of windows overlooking the large backyard. There is an additional space off of this room with beautiful redwood walls, that could be converted into an atrium or plant room. The kitchen has so much potential without a ton of effort involved. The cabinets were custom built by the previous owner and have space saving, hideaway shelves in several areas. If someone wanted to do quick facelift on the kitchen all it would need are new cabinet faces, granite countertops, and stainless dishwasher and fridge. The cabinets themselves are in superb condition. The Frigidaire gas range is only a few years old and the chef of the house will adore the 5 gas burners and double ovens. Off of the kitchen, a bedroom and full bath that would be ideal for a mother in law or guest suite. The other side of the home has 4 other spacious bedrooms including the large master en suite with office attached and doors leading out to an additional outdoor space overlooking the rear yard. Two closets, one being a large walk in, lead you into the master bath with large tub and separate shower. There is also one other hallway bath with dual vanities and an additional makeup vanity for the other bedrooms to share. Moving outside, there is a two car separated garage with one being utilized as a workshop. There is also an outside mud room with a large sink to hose the kids muddy shoes off. A Large 10x22 Storage building sits in the rear yard to house all your lawn equipment or Christmas décor, as well as covered boat or RV canopy. The beauty of this home is that it is truly one of a kind and is priced to allow for your own updating to make this home your own sanctuary for family and friends. 1208 E Bayou Pkwy will be snatched up quickly so make your appointment to view it today! Sellers will purchase a 1 year home warranty for buyer with acceptable offer. Home is in need of updating(flooring, Kitchen counters, paint, bathrooms)etc. but is priced with that in mind.