The Saffron has a front porch that just won't stop. It sweeps across most of the lengthy front facade, then wraps around to span the entire right side as well. Outdoor living space is also available on the front-facing deck off the guest suite, and a rear deck off the kitchen and family room. Decorative brick work adds a traditional touch to a mostly wood exterior.
This mid-size country contemporary home is designed to provide the space an active family needs to spread out. It has a possible five bedrooms. If fewer are needed, one could be reserved as a guest suite and the one by the front door used as a home office.Formal rooms are to the left of the entry. A half-round window nestles under a high dormer, creating a bright vaulted living room. The dining room has a built-in hutch that also serves as a buffet.
Daily living takes place in the spacious kitchen/family room at the rear. Nothing but an eating bar divides the area. The walk-in pantry is huge, and directly accessible through face-frame cabinets. Other amenities include built-in appliances and a garden window.
A fireplace in the master bedroom offers the pleasure of falling asleep while flickering shadows of flame dance on the ceiling. And closet space is so generous that the owners will have to work hard to fill it. There's a long wall closet, a large walk-in closet and a built-in vanity. Luxuries in the private bathroom include a skylight, oversized shower, raised spa tub and dual lavs. An exterior door opens onto the porch, and just inside the interior door there's a security system.
Two of the secondary bedrooms share a bathroom outfitted with twin basins, while the guest suite has a private bathroom and a private deck. Utilities are in a small room next to the wide, three car garage. A deep sink is built into the workbench. This location is convenient for clean-up after gardening or working in the garage.
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