504 Vernon Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

This 3 story stone and half-timber Tudor constructed home features a circular drive on a large triangular lot and is located in one of the most prestigious neighborhoods in Cedar Rapids. Step inside to the entry that leads to a spaciously open oak-paneled foyer with a grand staircase. The exceptionally wide staircase leads to a landing with a magnificent leaded and stained glass window. The formal living room has a beamed ceiling, custom built fireplace, and french doors with leaded and stained glass that lead to a beautiful front Solarium. The large dining room features a large built-in buffet that repeat the leaded and stained glass on the windows found throughout the main floor. The updated kitchen features granite counters, white cabinets, black marble backsplash, and a reproduction tin ceiling entirely appropriate for the character of the house. A breakfast room opens off the kitchen, and another door that leads to a balcony overlooking the back yard. Finishing off the main floor you will find a library through the pocket door that has two walls of built-in bookcases and french doors leading to a stone balcony overlooking the back yard. The master suite on the second floor consists of a large bedroom, a bath and a pari of ample closets. The room is enhanced by a working fireplace and the orginal oak floor, which has been refinished. The storage capacity of the original built-in drawer units in the closets has been maximized with multiple closet rods. There are three additional bedrooms on this floor, one of which has a renovated bath with a shower, making it suitable for a guest room. Don't miss the back staircase that leads back down to the main foyer and kitchen. The third floor offers three additional rooms, another full bath and its own hot water heat and separate air conditioning system. The basement is in remarkably good condition for a home of this age and has some unusual features. The most notable is a large playroom with a Gothic style fireplace and a terrazzo floor with an inlaid shuffleboard court. Besides the playroom, there are several storerooms, a large laundry room and a wash closet. Don't miss out on this exceptional home. Call today for your private showing.