Luxurious home at 31 English Turn Drive | Home/Garden

The grand home at 31 English Turn Drive sits neatly at the back of a petite cul-de-sac that holds only two other homes.

The red brick manse also has access to the pastoral waterway behind it, plus an impressive tennis court. Mature trees frame the property and create a woodland atmosphere.

But don’t get caught up in the exterior trappings of the home with the columned white portico or the widow’s walk on the roof — details and style abound in this home with five bedrooms, four full baths and more than 7,300 square feet of space, listed at $1.95 million. Located in the English Turn Golf and Country Club, the home fits comfortably within the neighborhood of sizable properties.

The grand staircase rises to the second floor at the impressive front entrance to the home that features a quartet of glass doors and a broad fanlight above.

An eye-catching front door of glass and wood with an exaggerated fan light above makes an opening statement when approaching the home.

The towering foyer reinforces that statement, with a grand curving staircase to the upper floor and a series of columned arches that offer an unobstructed view of the home’s grand den and quartet of double windows overlooking the back.

The sunken den sits at the heart of the first floor, allowing easy access to the more formal rooms to the upper left, the ballroom at the top and the kitchen and sitting area at the lower left.

The sunken den room features inlaid designs in the flooring to highlight the space. Three arches on one end provide a spot for the fireplace, a media area for a large-screen television and additional storage.

Designed for expansive entertaining, the first floor includes not only the large den but two additional spaces. 

The home’s large ball room or dance studio is a vast space that can easily serve either purpose.

The larger of the two spaces, billed as a ballroom or dance studio, features an elongated design with a bay of floor-length windows and currently has a wall of mirrors and a bar perfect for ballet work or billards.

A formal living room or sitting room is an elegant space just off the grand foyer at of the home, providing a convenient and cozy spot for conversation.

A more formal space opening off the foyer is a stately room with ceiling details that could easily serve as a sitting room or formal living room.

Memorable meals can be imagined in this formal dining room with a trayed ceiling and inlaid floor design.

A columned, broad opening leads into the dining area that features inlaid floors and ceiling designs.

Stretching across the back of the house to the right of the living room is a large sitting room space with three walls of windows overlooking the back of the home. The main four windows open to allow easy passage from the inside to the covered back porch. An arched opening looks into the kitchen.

Two island with gleaming dark counters are part of the expansive working space in the home’s kitchen.

Two islands with dark surface counters provide abundant workspace in the large kitchen. Antique white cabinetry is matched with black-and-stainless appliances to complement the counters on the island.

Behind the kitchen is a hallway with an additional staircase, utility room and access to the three-car garage.

The upstairs balcony offers access to all five bedrooms plus the den over the home’s garage at the end of the hall.

On the second floor, a large hall traverses the home and offers access to all bedrooms.

The sleeping chamber of the primary suite is an expansive space with plenty of natural light and a fireplace, plus ample space for relaxation.

At the end of the home, in the same configuration as the larger family room, is the primary bedroom, a spacious sanctuary with a bayed wall of windows, exposed ceiling beams and a large gold-toned marble fireplace. A room-sized walk-in closet is laden with built-in elements, including pull-outs for shoes, multiple levels for hanging clothes and a glass-front cabinet.

A standing shower and jetted soaking tub are part of the primary suite.

The primary bath has an L-shaped vanity with two sinks, a standing marble shower, jetted soaking tub under broad windows and a separate water closet. A second bedroom enjoys access to the primary bath as well. 

The three remaining bedrooms are all en suite, with large custom walk-in closets.

The den on the second floor is a prime spot for gaming and other indoor recreation.

Also on the second floor is a laundry room on the way to the spacious family room with more than 300 square feet of room.

An office space is just a part of the multiple combinations for use of the large third floor finished area, which can easily be configured for up to four different activities.

The third floor features a family room with unique parameters offering a plethora of configurations for relaxation, gaming, office work and more. A powder room is also located on the floor. 

A covered porch wraps around the back of the house, overlooking a soothing water feature, mature landscaping and a tennis court.

The backyard is truly a wonderland of outdoor enjoyment. A raised covered patio hugs the home, providing a variety of spots both open and secluded for entertaining and enjoyment. A tranquil water feature is a relaxing point for spending some time.

Game, set, match. Those are the keywords for fun on this hard surface tennis court that can also serve is as a large al fresco entertaining space with the nets removed. 

The tennis court is a bonus feature for recreation or a large space for outdoor festivities with the nets removed.

The home is listed by Victoria H. Zangara, of Compass, (504) 722-8831.