This impeccably maintained 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath is well designed and constructed. Initially greeted by a lush lawn and oversized flower beds, the charming front covered porch and swing will instantly put you at ease. Enter to a dramatic two story foyer and center stairwell plan. In the expansive eat-in kitchen, you find the heart of the home, custom cabinets, large center island, solid countertops, Bosch stainless steel appliances, walk-in pantry, and coffee bar. The hearth room floods with natural light from the custom windows, and has vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, built in shelving, and creates an amazing open concept with the kitchen as well as easy egress to the fabulous stone patio, great for the bbq or outdoor dining. The elegant dining room has wainscotting and lovely chandalier, and the great room has soaring ceilings, huge windows, and a second gas fireplace for perfect entertaning flow. The main also features a generous primary suite, with coffered ceilings, a bay windwow, dual walk-in closets, and a luxurious bath with separate tub and shower, dual vanity sinks, and private commode. Main level also has a large executive office, functional laundry/mudroom off side entry three-car garage, and guest half bath. Upstairs find three bedrooms, one a en suite, the others connected by a beautiful Jack-and-Jill bath and hallway that overlooks the incredible spanse of the great room. The finished lower level adds more luxury with approximately 1,200 square feet of living space, featuring a fifth bedroom, full bath, extensive wet bar area with granite bar top and beverage cooler, recreation area with adorable tucked away life size dollhouse, workout area/rec room (currently used for sports practice), and abundant additonal storage. All that along with the incredible height of the ceilings on the main level give this home a very large airy spacious feeling footprint. Plantation shutters and rich hardwood floors are just a few of the home’s enhancing attributes, as well as newer zoned hvac, irrigation system, sump pump and pit , huge slab driveway for guest parking, and an electric Tesla charger in the garage. This home is ready to host a huge event or cozy nights by the fire, and is easy to afford and operate for the size. Situated in sunny Des Peres, this upscale neighborhood is in the highly sought after Westchester Elementary School ward. This home offers the most in it’s class for comfort, style, and location. Pics and tours begin around 3rd week in May.