162 Twin Oaks Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70503

Character and quality galore! This charmer is a home you can enjoy for years and is sure to be the gathering place. The tree lined boulevard sets the tone for the neighborhood which is tucked in the middle of town & a true gem. It's a bike ride to UL games, a walk to the parades and to Fatima!The curb appeal consists of lush landscape, bricked walkway, covered front porch, old cypress columns, and plenty of parking. You'll love the classic details inside that never go out of style....solid pocket doors, floor to ceiling windows, brass hardware to name just a few. Upon entering the foyer you'll notice the wood floors, chandelier, and wainscoting. To the left is the library (which could also serve as a guest room or extra bedroom) and to the right is the formal living room which featur a fireplace and grass cloth walls. The dining room is stunning...wood floors, window flanked built-ins from floor to ceiling and a custom corner custom storage built by Bryan Alleman. There's even a Baccarat chandelier! The pocket doors to den are encased with a steel beam and were painted by Fred Daspit. The den has brick floors, cypress beams, fireplace, old pecky cypress accent walls, a wet bar, built-ins for entertainment equipment, bookshelves, and French doors with transom windows that lead to the veranda. The breakfast area flows to the kitchen is extremely functional and has a newer 6 burner gas cooktop, "LaFonda" backsplash tile, newer dishwasher, double ovens, icemaker, Subzero paneled full fridge and full freezer, kitchen island with outlets, walk in pantry and utility closet. The laundry room is adjoining and has a wash sink and built in desk (would also make a great mudroom). The master suite is spacious, has multiple closets and built-ins with teak counter tops and the option for 2 master bathrooms. It can also connect to the study/2nd bedroom. Downstairs also features a guest bath and locked wine closet. Upstairs was made for kids in mind. There are 3 large rooms with built-ins, wallpaper reminiscent of The Greenbrier, great views and an abundance of storage. One bedroom has a full suite bath, the other 2 have a Jack and Jill. This is where the sleepovers will be! More extras outside include a large storage room with shelves, half bath, generator, magnolia trees, azaleas, grape vines and much more. You will love the expansive backyard (the lot is OVER an acre!), surrounded by majestic oaks in what feels to be a private setting. Fun fact: when cleaning out the home, they found a receipt from A. Hays Town for house plans! Come view this Southern charmer and see why families have fallen in love with it for decades.