4950 Utica Road is 55 acres of perfection. More than just a home, this is a lifestyle! From the moment you turn onto the drive and see the home in the distance, you know this place is special. Located between Dayton and Cincinnati, and moments from histor
The home is a masterpiece of design and construction, reminiscent of the shingled mansions that grace the shorelines of Kennebunkport or Nantucket Island. the house features the quality craftsmanship, remarkable finishes and attention to detail you expect
Delights await as you explore the property; a 3+ acre stocked lake with lighted dock, the resort-like beach-entry pool with waterfall feature and hot tub, the 3-stall horse barn with hay loft and tack room, and acres upon beautiful acres of landscaped law
Built to last, the 13-year old home is clad in hardy board siding, with 50-year shingles and cedar trim. Solid 2x6 wall construction and additional insulation ensure your comfort through every season.
The house sits atop a slight rise, the result of detailed elevation design during construction. A beautiful custom solid oak double front door with beveled glass welcomes you. The careful details found in the architecture are evident everywhere.
After entering the property through the front gates , the drive meanders past the front thirteen acres that are currently planted and farmed, and past the three acre lake up to the circular drive at the front of the house.
One quick glance over your shoulder at the front door reveals a portion of the $300,000 landscape budget - all designed to please your senses and provide as much privacy as possible while at the same time being environmentally efficient - the entire syste
Interior finishes include crown molding, 10' ceilings, cherry hardwood floors, arched entries and windows, and extra wide doorways. Throughout the home, you will see evidence of meticulous attention to detail, sophisticated design, superior construction,
Large formal rooms open from the wide entry hall. The dining room features a gas fireplace. Situated off the entry hall and near the kitchen, the dining room is an easy and elegant space for intimate gatherings, as well as large festive affairs. The home'
You will love the open floor plan and ease-of-living throughout. Beautiful divided light Pella windows provide stunning property views! Wall corners are rounded, a unique architectural accent that delivers a soft, elegant, and more finished look througho
Enjoy views of the property from every window in the house!
The boxed beam ceiling is just one of the architectural delights the home delivers. French doors across the room open to the glassed-in porch. A nearby half bath features a custom vanity and under mount sink.
There are custom built-ins here and a gas fireplace with an elegant hearth. Solid cherry wood pocket doors seal the room off from the business of the rest of the house.
The master bedroom suite is on the first floor and features an eye-catching vaulted ceiling and adjoining sitting room.
The master bedroom also offers a walk-out to the three-season room/ patio. Plush wall-to-wall carpeting helps provide a very serene and peaceful setting.
This sitting room adjoins the master bedroom and provides a cozy spot to watch TV, or real life events in nature though large, divided light windows.
The over-sized master bathroom features tile flooring, custom cabinetry with a double vanity, under mount sinks, stone counter tops, and high-end fixtures.
A beautiful raised air tub and a fully tiled walk-in shower complete the master bathroom. A large walk-in closet adjoins the master bathroom.
Custom cherry wood cabinets provide both a butler's pantry function and a work space as you enter the kitchen.
Top-of-the-line appliances and custom design make this kitchen any chef's dream space, and a gathering spot at the heart of the home.
The finer things - appliances by Wolf, Sub Zero, and Asko. Kohler fixtures and Emtek oil-rubbed bronze hardware.
The kitchen is as functional as it is beautiful, with cherry hardwood floors, designer lighting, glass front custom cabinetry, an under mount cast iron farm sink, and two large kitchen islands with granite counter tops. One island features a prep sink, an
A stunning spot for casual meals. The breakfast room provides gorgeous property views through massive windows and easy access to the family room.
The great room/family room inspires awe with its eye-catching beamed ceiling, breathtaking floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and walk-out to the patio and pool. Custom cherry built-ins flank the massive hearth. A large sliding door with transom allows for
A bonus room just off the family room and the kitchen offers the best early-morning sunlight. This flexible space can be used as a morning room or additional dining space. Nearby is a half bath and the first-floor laundry room .
The hall bathroom serving the kitchen and family room end of the first floor.
The first floor laundry room is a matter of convenience. Located just off the kitchen, the room features custom cabinetry, Corian counters, tile floor, a pull-out ironing board, and Asko appliances
A showplace home demands a showplace staircase....and 4950 Utica delivers! Custom built and breathtakingly beautiful, the cherry spiral staircase is three stories high.
Show-stopper. If the stairs aren't your thing, take the cherry-paneled elevator to any of the home's three floors....
The stairs from the second floor landing.
There are four second floor bedroom suites, each offering a unique detail that makes it a special bedroom. Vaulted ceiling..
The second floor laundry room creates a whole new level of easy-living! Under mount sink and custom cabinetry, tile flooring, Corian counter top, and Asko appliances.
A spacious second floor bedroom suite with window nook. En suite bathroom.
Bedroom three on the second floor. En suite bathroom.
Bedroom four on the second floor. En suite bathroom.
Details in one of the second floor bathrooms. Custom cabinetry and granite counter tops.
Detail from a second floor bathroom shower.
The lower level offers space for your favorite leisure activities; host your friends at the built-in bar/kitchen at the foot of the stairs...
Well equipped and ready to roll! Really exceptional entertaining is possible coming out of the bar/kitchen - granite counters, a Sub Zero wine cooler with refrigerator drawers, ice maker, dishwasher, and microwave.
Stacked stone fireplace in the lower level is definitely a focal point.
What do you want to do today? The lower level is spacious enough for all your games and toys! The large gathering room includes the kitchen /bar, a stone fireplace, and a half bathroom. High ceilings throughout the lower level.
Maybe you want to screen the latest release? Art deco styling in a well-insulated theater room.
Maybe you want to unwind in the game room? All games are negotiable - fun, fun fun!
A room that inspires workouts! The fitness room features a mirrored wall, wide French doors, and recessed windows that invite in natural light. The equipment is also negotiable.
The full bathroom on the lower level features BaneUltra light therapy and aromatherapy for relaxation and wellness, and a stunning vessel sink with soapstone counter top. The bathroom is adjacent to the fitness room and a changing area.
This area includes three changing rooms, custom built benches, tile flooring, and an extra-wide stairwell walk-out to the pool.
Outside, paver walkways wind through lawns and gardens, connecting the home and its outdoor living spaces.
The patios, covered porch, courtyard, and fire-pit pad feature eye-catching accents, including stone walls, a stone wood-burning fireplace, arched entrances, and beaded board ceilings.
The enclosed porch features a stained wood beaded board ceiling, and dedicated HVAC that allows you to comfortably enjoy the glassed-in space year round.
The patio overlooks the pool area and the manicured grounds that surround it.
A substantial landscaping allowance was budgeted to create the beautiful gardens and provide maximum privacy.
A wood burning fireplace on the patio allows for three season enjoyment.
The pool deck features a resort-like spa and swimming pool, featuring automated chemical monitoring systems, new filters, new pumps, and commercial grade heaters. Nothing to do but enjoy!
The large pool has a convenient beach entry at the shallow end, and features a waterfall and a slide, and is set within a fenced patio ringed by professionally landscaped planting beds.
Amenities that rival the finest resorts...
Your personal playground...
Pass through the breezeway to get to the rear courtyard and a large concrete driveway apron. The attached two-car garage is over-sized and most convenient for every-day use. To the left is studio space for an artist's studio, a music studio, or a hobbyist
The studio has double doors, a vaulted ceiling with cupola, a half bath, sink, and dedicated HVAC.
The carriage house is opposite the main house, shares the same driveway apron, and can accommodate four additional vehicles. It, too, has its own HVAC system and water softener, and the second floor has been fully finished with a full bathroom. Great for
A short walk down the pebbled drive is the barn, largely maintenance -free, with hydrants in the barn and stable side.
An equestrian's delight! The three stall horse barn features a hay loft, a heated tack room, a wash bay, cold weather ballast lights, and large double glass doors. Warren County is the heart of Ohio's horse country. Equestrian activities abound, including
The back end of the barn provides additional space to add stalls, but is currently used as a large work space, with work benches, a heated tool storage room, 220-volt electric service, and a cement floor pad poured to accommodate a mechanic's lift. The pr