At first glance, the term “compound” comes to mind.
The home at 1 Brady Island Lane in Madisonville conveys the sense of unity and multifaceted domiciles.
The St. Tammany Parish home sits near the Tchefuncte River and Lake Pontchartrain and offers a staggering amount of space and versatility for $2.55 million.
With a commanding main house reminiscent of the elegant plantation homes of the past, the property is more than 12,000 square feet on 3.6 acres, and includes a boat slip in a gated waterfront community, Brady Island.
With a landscaped courtyard centered around a European-style fountain, the central double-galleried building features eight circular columns and wide expanses for outdoor use. Creative use of surfaces and structures can be found throughout.
Once inside, the marble floor grounds the soaring foyer, with its floating curved staircase to the upper floor. The high ceiling continues into the great room, with two levels of windows overlooking the expansive backyard.
Elsewhere on the lower level is a formal dining room, graced by double columns off the foyer.
A handsome office is rich with built-in shelves and cabinetry, creating a soothing workspace.
Nearby is a den bolstered with exposed beams on the cathedral ceiling, bathed in light from a wall of windows. At the far end sits a stately bar, ready for entertaining. Behind the bar lies a space perfect for billiards.
A grand kitchen with professional-quality appliances (three ovens) is situated between the formal dining room and the more casual entertaining areas of the home. An expansive butler’s pantry provides copious amounts of storage.
The resort-style experience of the primary suite begins with a multi-tiered ceiling, French doors onto the enclosed lanai and a fireplace. The resort feel continues into the elegant bath, with a separate show and spa tub. An additional sitting room is close at hand.
The four additional bedrooms in the main home, most en suite, provide plenty of room for family and guests.
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