408 Oakleaf Dr, Lafayette, LA 70503

Stunning 5 BR/4.5 bath centrally located home overlooking Moncus Park. Designed by architect, Kevin Gossen and built by Karl Laviolette, this home is exquisite and extremely well-built. The 8' brick courtyard wall provides secure privacy, yet directly accesses the 100-acre paradise with walking trails, gardens and ponds. Enter through the iron gates and find expansive outdoor living spaces with 3 courtyards, 3 fountains, 2 verandas, and 2 upstairs screened porches. The garage encompasses an air conditioned workroom with a full guest house upstairs. Having a separate entrance, the guest apartment provides independent living with a den, dining area, full kitchen, bathroom, laundry closet, large bedroom with huge closets and a wonderful screened porch. An elevator shaft is available should the need arise. Enter into the main home through the grand European antique iron/glass doors and gaze upon a fabulous entryway with a beautiful staircase. An antique white marble mantel showcases the living area along with the antique long-leaf pine flooring and walls of windows. Flanking the entrance to the right is a massive dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows. A keeping area with another fireplace can be seen as you enter the home and adjoins the large kitchen. Extensive cabinetry, butler's pantry, additional service area, a half bath and laundry room make this home convenient and party friendly. The elevator lifts to the 3 rd floor which houses an enormous floored attic. The 2 nd floor accommodates 2 guest rooms with an adjoining full bath and an ensuite guest room with a Juliet balcony overlooking the front courtyard. Down the hallway is the primary suite, consisting of a small bonus room, a study with roll-out French windows, a secret bookcase wall and the gorgeous primary bedroom/bath. This principal suite is spacious and grand, having its own fireplace exquisitely framed with a hand-painted European tile and wood mantel. Expansive his and her closets, a cedar closet and many built-ins provide more storage and space than you could imagine. It is worth the visit and is a Must-See- to-Believe! Make your appointment today and live in luxury in the heart of Lafayette.