Step into this exceptional home of outstanding quality and experience stunning views of Ward Lake from nearly every room. Originally built in 1968, the home has just been renovated maintaining the integrity of the original architectural style. Prime South Olympia location, in the neighborhood of Holiday Hills, this home boasts 6,500+ square feet, 1.36 acres and 169’ of lakefront.

Dramatic street presence, brick-lined circular drive and a porte cochere greets guests on arrival. The gorgeous custom glass and iron front doors open to a grand reception area where views of Ward Lake are seen through the wall of windows. The foyer begins with travertine flooring that meanders through the entire house and joins rich colors and true Old-World design.

Formal living and dining rooms complement sensational casual family and entertaining spaces. The oversized and open formal dining room offers the perfect setting for intimate gatherings or lavish entertaining. The surrounding living room features a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace with soaring 18’ ceilings. In Renaissance style, the French doors open to a wonderful entertainment area. This room invites guests to feel at home in its intimate yet grand atmosphere.

Adjoining is the truly gourmet kitchen and gathering area. This entirely new and inviting kitchen is a pleasing combination of form and function. Ebony stained hand-scraped oak floors, beautifully painted cabinets in Crème Brule with a coffee glaze, crown molding, granite slab countertops, custom painted stone mural backsplash and abundant lighting are just a few of the superb features. The stainless steel DCS professional gas range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and built in microwave along with the whisper quiet Bosch dishwasher hidden behind a cabinet front all make this a discriminating chef’s dream space! Added features include; enormous granite island with seating for six, spacious walk-in pantry, under cabinet lighting and old growth cedar exposed beams. . . . all overlooking the tranquil, sparkling waters of Ward Lake. You might just not want to leave!

In the adjoining gathering area a pair of down chair and a-halves invite you to cozy up by the gas fireplace surrounded by stone hearth or relax in the corner window seats finished with bead-board wrap, upholstered tops and overlooking stunning views. There’s lots of storage for books or games underneath the window benches.

Nearby is the office/den, which beckons you to choose a good book, roll up your sleeves to complete your paperwork, or help the kids with school projects! Ready with today’s amenities of high-speed connection lines and music from the whole house built-in intercom/speaker system…yet located just off the kitchen and gathering room where you can still be a part of the household activities.

A few stairs up, tucked out of sight is a large work “buffet” counter which serves as a catch all for the daily mail, cell phone & IPOD chargers, purses and all those everyday necessities. This leads to the laundry room and separate mud room with a built in coat rack & shoe benches enroute to & from the attached 3 car garage. Don’t miss the laundry room’s front loading machines with oversized granite counter top…you’ll never fold laundry on your dining room table again!

Up a short rise to the luxurious master is like retreating to a private sanctuary. You’ll be immediately drawn to the spectacular lake views! You’ll be further spoiled by the spa quality oversized, double shower in floor-to-ceiling travertine & tumbled marble. Of course there is also an inviting two person, in-line heated & jetted Jacuzzi tub with full marble surround, flat-screen TV and privacy curtains . . . all overlooking a view that looks like a postcard for the Pacific Northwest. Or how about the his & hers vanity with oil-rubbed bronze fixtures and custom mirror. Two spacious walk-in closets with natural shelving & ample light complete this suite retreat!

This level of the home also boasts two very generous-sized secondary bedroom suites each with vaulted ceilings, private baths including stone flooring and solid granite counters…the same quality of finish work found throughout this incredible home. There’s even an old-fashioned telephone booth left in its original décor for those that can appreciate how quickly times change!

You’ll never be short on storage in this home, large closets abound and there’s an easily accessible 400 square foot insulated storage space on the upper level that’s sure to meet your needs.

Now down to the lower level, which feels anything but low with 9+ft ceilings and lots of natural light accompanying its delightful views of the lake.

On the first tier you’ll find a fourth bedroom suite in the making. The rough-in plumbing is in place, materials have been purchased and redesign plans are drawn. The ceiling is vaulted, and a lovely wall of windows overlooks the water. The work . . . is still in progress and awaits a new owner to put on the final touches. A fully finished second utility room is already in place as well.

The last steps down lead to a generous media room complete with a wet bar, pool table and double doors that open to a beautiful slate entertainment patio wrapped in custom wrought-iron railings . . . and overlooking gorgeous landscaped grounds and the lake. This fabulous room is perfect for a variety of activities, particularly those that involve relaxing and enjoying!

As if there could be any more…a spacious wine cellar with authentic red brick floors and walls . . . a connoisseur’s delight!

The stunning grounds on the water side of this estate sized property include a brick patio with arching walls, columns and a pergola wrapped in aromatic wisteria . . .overlooking the sparkling waters of Ward Lake. A few wispy cattails lead to a boat storage area and onto the private dock. There are multiple rockeries planted with lovely mature landscape to complete the package.

Like a picture from House Beautiful, the décor and finishes chosen in this home will truly fit perfectly with a wide variety of styles and home furnishings! A unique opportunity awaits those who appreciate art in design & architecture.

Additional Outstanding Features:

• Stone & cedar shingle siding
• New 50 year architectural composite roof & new gutters
• Three-car garage with finished & heated adjoining office space
• Picturesque front and rear yards are designed for year round color
• Irrigation system for lawn areas
• Two zoned gas forced air heating with Honeywell electronic air filter
• Air Conditioning
• Puget Sound Energy level pay plan of $393/month for gas & electric utilities
• City of Olympia water & sewer
• Two electric water heaters
• Milgard Low E-Argon filled windows
• Intercom/Sound System throughout house & garage
• Spacious 1.36 acre lot
• 169’ of Ward Lake frontage
• Olympia Schools of Pioneer Elementary, Washington MS and Olympia HS