3249 Updike Rd Tallahassee, FL 32311

Rare opportunity to own this unique quality-crafted custom SouthWood home located on a very large corner lot across from a lovely park which boasts dozens of Magnolia and large live oak trees with Spanish moss. This luxury Southern style home features a long, wide Southern front porch. Upon entering the home, a large foyer separates the study with 8 foot glass French doors on one side, and the formal dining room on the other side, which has uniquely detailed wainscoting. The study and dining room both have plantation shutters. The open floor plan with detailed mill work home has 10 foot ceilings and 8 foot doors throughout the entire downstairs area, with hardwood floors, extensive crown and baseboard molding throughout. The gourmet kitchen boasts an island counter with breakfast bar seating space; tiled backsplash, custom cabinetry, and all stainless steel appliances, including a very large gas range and oven and breakfast seating area. The great room features raised ceilings, extensive built-in shelving, and a gas fireplace with a 60-inch TV installed above. The back screened porch has brick paver floors and there are double French doors to access the back porch or lanai from both the master bedroom and living area. The spacious master suite also has raised ceilings, plantation shutters, seating benches. The master bath has a fully tiled glass-doored walk in shower with seat, double vanities, as well as a claw foot tub. The master bedroom closet features a very large walk-in lockable closet, including a secret built-in hidden corner cabinet, large built-in mirror over built-in shelves and seating benches. The two additional split bedrooms are on the opposite side of the house. Upstairs, there is a bonus room also with hardwood flooring, which could be easily considered a media room, play room, or extra bedroom. A large laundry area with built-in cabinetry above two large front loading charcoal washer and dryer, with additional half bath nearby. There is ceramic tile flooring in bathroom and laundry rooms. The interior of the home has been newly painted. The home includes a beautiful fully fenced backyard great for entertaining, including a lovely white gazebo and a large fountain. Plenty of room for the kids, pets, or a future pool. Full Yard Irrigation System. This immaculate, custom-built 2-car garage home is perfectly situated close to SouthWood amenities including walking trails, community pool, and SouthWood Golf Club. So many great features and with many feet of considerable space between the adjacent homes. And only one block from the lake. Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!