863 Crystal Street

Stately …elegant…sophisticated…this natural light-filled, custom executive home on a large lot in Lakeshore East is beautifully designed for gracious living and effortless entertaining. This meticulously maintained and updated home boasts lofty ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, double/triple crown moldings, custom built-ins, plantation shutters, and unrivaled storage throughout. A 2-story entry with elegant, curved staircase is flanked by a large formal dining room and a versatile living room/study or 5th bedroom with library doors and an extra-large walk-in closet, perfect for a mini office or sewing/craft room. An arched doorway leads to a spacious great room with cast stone fireplace and custom built-ins, a large sunny breakfast room, and a stunning chef’s kitchen featuring top of the line appliances, 2 sinks, a 2-zone wine/beverage cooler, an ice maker, and an oversized island with natural stone countertops. Triple French doors lead to a large, covered porch overlooking a lush backyard with pool and spa. Indoor/outdoor speakers and outdoor lighting provide added ambience. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious primary suite (+/- 700 sf), 3 generous-sized bedrooms with exceptional closet space and built-ins, a laundry room, and versatile landing area leading to the front balcony. The primary suite offers triple walk-in closets, a spacious double vanity, large shower, and separate garden tub. Two of the secondary bedrooms share a Jack & Jill bath, while the 3rd has a full ensuite bath. Outside, the 76-foot lot frontage enables a wide gated driveway with porte-cochere and 2-car carport with storage/workshop. In Zone X, with low flood insurance, 863 Crystal has never flooded! A 24-hour neighborhood security patrol, natural gas generator, and reverse osmosis water system in the kitchen provide added peace of mind. As an added bonus, it's just around the block from Tourmaline Park and a short stroll along the levee to City Park and Lake Pontchartrain.