6251 S 1st St Kalamazoo, MI 49009

Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication ~ Leonardo da Vinci. Richly appointed, custom-built home on over five beautiful acres in Mattawan school district. Secluded lifestyle with convenient access to the rest of the world! Requires a great appreciation for casual elegance, creatures of habit, star-lit skies, and a beautiful Autumn tapestry. Four-bed, 2.5-bath, all brick, WO ranch with over 3,500 FSF of living space is appointed with top-of-the-line features and amenities discriminating buyers appreciate: Custom-built cabinets,Two-zone HVAC system, Bryant furnace with multi-speed fan, Bryant high efficiency AC, auxiliary generator for entire home, central vac, 300 Amp service, security system, 2x6 construction, heated floors, Anderson vinyl clad casement windows, 4-car attached garage. Handsomely designed professional landscaping featuring decorative stamped concrete patio offers tranquility and an artistic tapestry to the main entry, and creates an open invitation for family and guests. Once inside, marble floor and a radiant crystal chandelier in the foyer foretell the attention to detail and quality that characterize this home. New hickory hardwood floors in the great room (2015), ten foot tray ceilings crowned by extensive oak molding and beams, and custom oak built-ins and trim work create an elegant, but comfortable living space. The elegant flowing design throughout gives an airy feel to the grand space, and offers seamless transitions for everyday living and entertaining.

A chef's delight, this outstanding kitchen offers an exceptionally functional layout and striking visual appeal. High-end granite, tumbled tile back splash, double wall ovens, beautifully crafted solid wood cabinets, large island with six-burner gas cook top and breakfast bar, stainless steel hood vent, quality GE appliances, built-in desk, decorative lighting, designer colors, and spacious dine-in-eating area, make this kitchen both a gathering place and a culinary inspiration. Heated floors throughout the kitchen, dining area, powder room and laundry room offer additional comfort and sophistication to this intelligently designed home. Private side terrace off the kitchen is ideal for barbecuing, extending dining and entertaining escapades, basking in the sun in a completely private environment, or simply reading a good book.

The magnificent arched stair case with floor to ceiling vertical windows connects the main floor with the lower-level walkout, and sets the tone for other geometrically inspired details that repeat throughout the home. Descending into a spacious family room, the elegant, gracious design lends distinct character to the grand space, and sets the standard for the level of sophistication that defines this home's interior. With a second fully accessorized kitchen, this space is designed for entertaining, recreation, relaxing and accommodating extended-stay guests. Two additional bedrooms, a second full bath, and a large storage/mechanical room complete the lower level.

Set well off the roadway and surrounded by dense vegetation and mature trees, this home seclusion, sophistication, spacious open spaces both inside and out. Fewer than fifteen miles from downtown Kalamazoo, close to major thoroughfares, not governed by neighborhood restrictions, and ready for holiday festivities! Plan on viewing this beautiful home in person so you can appreciate every detail this superb home has to offer. RSVD: Washer & Dryer