518 big hill rd

SCENIC LAKE VIEW HOME IN HOPE WITH MODERN MEDITERRANEAN STYLE & OLD WORLD CHARM! 2608 SF, 3 Bed/3 Bath Home on a private, lushly landscaped lot, with spectacular views looking out across Lake Pend Oreille to the Hope Peninsula and the Green Monarchs. Superb craftsmanship and quality materials throughout the home start with an arched solid wood front door leading into the main level with high ceilings, huge picture windows and artfully stained concrete floors with hydronic heating. An open floor plan encompasses a living room with slate gas fireplace, formal dining, den/office, full bath, laundry room and gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite counters & top end appliances including a Wolf range. A hand-hewn solid wood staircase with custom hand-wrought iron railing leads up to the luxurious master suite with solid wood floors, 3-sided fireplace & balcony overlooking the garden. The master bath features a walk in closet, intricately tiled double shower & a deep soaking tub with the best window in the house looking down the big lake. The lower level has 2 additional bedrooms, full bath, cozy family room & French doors leading out to the backyard with slate patio & Mediterranean style fountain. Landscaping designed beauty, low maintenance & privacy includes mature trees, native shrubs, lavender, iris, trumpet & grape vines. Friends & neighbors call the special outdoor dining area “the Best Room in Hope,” covered by a pergola with wisteria & climbing hydrangea with a natural stone, wood-burning fireplace. On a maintained road, the paved driveway leads to a 2-Car Garage & plenty of parking. Only 20 minutes to Sandpoint, and close to the public boat launch in Hope, golfing at the Idaho Club & skiing at Schweitzer Mountain. Home on adjoining property @ 519 Aspen Ln of similar architectural style is also for sale and could make a perfect guest house! See MLS #20232225.