2407 LAKESHORE DR Mandeville, LA 70448

The Dufilho~Poitevent House is a charming and sophisticated c. 1840 Anglo-Creole home on prestigious Lakeshore Drive. Fully reimagined by the current owners, who lovingly updated this home from top to bottom, retaining the original vernacular and architectural details while crafting a home with every modern amenity and convenience. A sweeping staircase leads to a spectacular front porch affording panoramic views of Lake Pontchartrain. A spacious living room with an original tongue and groove ceiling shares a double sided fireplace with a dream kitchen, butler's pantry and bar. The large dining room showcases original antique french doors and an antique mantle with period mirror which remains. Multiple living areas flow effortlessly and allow room to spread out. The library with walls of bookcases leads to the luxe primary suite. A second ensuite is on the main floor. Upstairs is a large dormitory style bedroom and sitting room with vaulted and beamed ceiling and bath. A wonderful light-filled guest suite, included in the mls square footage, offers endless possibilities...think gym, art studio, mother-in-law suite, gameroom, boomerang kids or out of town guests! Magnificent grounds include a cutting garden and a fire pit for relaxing while taking in the breezes and overlooking the Lake. A short walk or bike ride away from all of the restaurants and festivities of delightful Old Mandeville.