1637 E Lakeshore Dr

May we introduce you to a modern day fairytale? Swooning is a must at the "Crown Jewel of City Park"! This idyllic storybook facade is a treasured Baton Rouge landmark nestled under the Lakeshore Live Oaks & fronted by the golf greens. Inside the main house are 4 classic bedrooms spanning the 1st & 2nd levels with the original wood floors & millwork. There is also an enchanting caretaker's cottage with one bedroom/bath, kitchenette + a little unexpected magic(ie hidden storage).The main foyer opens to a nostalgic staircase & a new brick-clad half bath for guests. Moving into the living room is the wood-burning fireplace that will provide the backdrop for cherished memories to be made. A sunny siren's song will pull you into the adjacent den with a built-in bar, vaulted ceilings & terracotta tile floors. Sunlight is the hero of this space emphasized by floor to ceiling windows with views of the new deck & landscaped courtyard. The primary bedroom has a sweeping layout, double walk-in closets & spacious ensuite bath. Previous improvements include Pella windows, an architecural shingle roof replacement on both structures in (2009), copper awnings & gutters. The outdoor oasis includes a gunite lap-pool with cascading slate fountain, cool-tile decking under the covered outdoor living space, outdoor shower, seperate pool bath with washer/dryer area, a large climate controlled workshop/storage, a 22kw Generac generator, bluestone pavers,automated gate & double carport. To add to the folklore, the structure is total masonry construction, which is one of the most durable building methods for centuries. Create your next chapter here with your very own "Happily Ever After"