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- MLS#20005225
- TypeSingle Family
- ParishIBERIA
- CityNew Iberia
- AreaI2
- Zip70560
- StyleAcadian
- Price$ 850,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms5
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage5621
- Lot Size2.78 Acres
Listing Provided Courtesy Of:
Mcgeescott Realty
Data Source:
REALTOR Association of Acadiana
Property Description
Nestled on the banks of the Bayou Teche, stands a home of historic grace and timeless beauty. Built in the 1880's, this prominent estate is the former home of Frederick Larned Gates. Step into a classic example of Louisiana architecture where original character blends seamlessly with updated design. The expansive front porch welcomes you to a cool afternoon along Main Street. While dusk sets in, enter the Great Room through your choice of French doors. As you walk along the original oak floors, each room flows into the next with an ambiance of elegance and charm. The first floor features a modern kitchen boasting cypress floors and ceiling, a dining room that has held a century of dinner parties, a great room, a sitting room, a bedroom suite and a master wing. The second floor holds anextensive storage room, 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms, one of which was recently remodeled. The grounds showcase nature's artistry through its landscaping, fruit trees, historic Gebert Live Oak on the front lawn, relaxing shade throughout and a picturesque view of the bayou. From the courtyard, take a stroll along the grounds in the soothing park-like setting. This estate is a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship that you deserve to view in person!
Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
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Pesson Elementary School | Iberia Middle School | New Iberia High School |
Price History | |
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6/15/2020 | Listed $850,000 |
General Features
Amenities | Acreage |
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Appliances | Cooktop - Gas, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven |
Area | I2 |
Construction | Frame |
Cooling | 2 or More Units, Central Air |
Financing | 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional, Private Banking |
Flooring | Marble, Tile, Wood |
Full Baths | 5 |
Half Baths | 1 |
Heating | 2 or More Units, Central Heat, Gas |
Parking | 3 Car Carport, Carport Rear, Open Parking |
Property SubType | Historical |
Property Type | A |
REO | No |
Roof | Slate |
Status | Active |
Stories | 2.0 |
Street Name | Main |
Style | Acadian |
Subdivision | None |
Type | Detached Single Family |
Utilities | Elec: CLECO, Gas: Centerpoint |
Waterfront | Bayou/River, Frontage, View, Walk To |
Interior Features
Equipment | Cable Ready, Ceiling Fans, Garden Tub, Outdoor Speakers, Sec Sys Owned, Smoke Detector, Water Filter |
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Fireplace | 3+ Fireplaces, Gas, Gas Logs, Other, Wood Burning |
Interior Features | 9+ Ft Ceiling, All Window Treatments, Attic Access, Beamed Ceiling, Built-Ins, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Dual Closets, Electric Washer Con, Gas Dryer Con, Gas Stove Con, Icemaker Con, Kitchen Island |
SqFt - Living | 5621.00 |
Sqft - Lower | 4183.50 |
Sqft - Upper | 1437.46 |
Exterior Features
Exterior | Balcony, Double Gate Access, Landscaped, Outside Light, Porch, Rear Yard Access |
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Fencing | Chain Link, Full, Other, Privacy, Wood |
Foundation | Other, Piers |
Lot | Corner, Sloping, Views, Water Frontage |
Lot Dimensions | 225x538.35/524.44 |
Mineral Rights | Conveyed |
Patio | Open |
Siding | Hardiplank, Wood |
Sqft - Covered Porch | 1176.08 |
Water/Sewer | Public Sewer, Public Water |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Master On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool