3537 Lafayette Pkwy, Floyds Knobs, IN 47119

First time ever offered for sale, this custom built gem has an abundance of thoughtful detail and quality craftsmanship throughout! Situated on one of the most beautiful lake view lots, the circular front driveway and lush landscaping set the stage for what you’ll find upon entering this beautiful residence. The two story foyer features beveled glass French doors, stunning chandelier and Brazilian cherry flooring, which continues into the great room. To the left of the foyer, you’ll find a handsome library with solid mahogany wainscoting, floor-to-ceiling bookcase and coffered ceiling. To the right of the foyer is an elegant formal dining room with artistic stained Saltillo tiled flooring, chandelier with matching sconces, finished in Venetian plaster walls, recessed buffet niche and plantations shutters--perfect for any gathering! Soaring ceilings in the great room provide the landscape for floor-to-ceiling stone hearth fireplace, with craftsman style built-ins, and wall of windows that capture breathtaking lake views. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring an abundance of craftsman style Blue River cherry cabinets, center island with raised breakfast bar, copper hammered sink, Caesarstone quartz counters, walk-in pantry with solid wood shelving, stainless steel appliances consisting of 5-burner gas range, double conventional ovens, warming drawer, dishwasher and commercial size refrigerator. The breakfast nook offers built-in banquette seat, and your guests will also enjoy the cozy vaulted keeping room, embellished with wenge wood finishes and offering panoramic lake views. These living spaces are finished in Australian cypress wide plank flooring. The laundry room is equipped with toilet and utility sink, and access from the garage for quick clean-up, finished in cork flooring. There is a second entrance to the home from the garage as well. The main floor master is a retreat from the daily stresses, featuring wall of windows and access to the deck, engineered bamboo wood flooring, luxurious bathroom with oversized shower, heated towel rack, garden jetted tub with hand sprayer and stained glass window, separate vanities finished in marble, separate water closet and separate walk-in closets, one with stairs that lead to finished attic space and access to the library. The guest powder room, finished in copper slate, complete the living space on this level. An open wrought iron railing and Brazilian cherry riser staircase leads to the second level, where you'll find a guest bedroom with dedicated bathroom, two bedrooms connected to Jack-n-Jill style bath with separate vanities and walk-in closets (one with stackable laundry hook-ups), and a bonus bedroom that serves as a great rec space for kids. The walkout lower level is one of the most uniquely designed living spaces, which includes a pub style bar constructed with tiger wood and oak detail, beverage cooler, mini refrigerator, wine refrigerator, ice maker, dishwasher, microwave oven, sink and of course a kegerator with tap. The distressed hickory floors and floor to ceiling brick walls continue to the raised seating area, accentuated with custom stained glass windows and pine ceiling. The wine cellar doubles as a tasting room, and boasts just as much character, with pub style lamps at the entrance. The theme is continued with painted mural that also directs your guests to the "gentlemen" and "ladies" restroom facilities, which consists of powder room and a full bath. Movie night will never be the same in the tiered seating home theater, featuring acoustical ceiling tiles and sound absorbing wall tiles. There is also an adjacent recording/dance studio, wired with multiple jacks for variety of instruments, drum riser room, sound system, dance studio with natural maple sprung floor and mirrored wall--the list of features both long and impressive! The home gym overlooks the lake and pool (no closet) and a second room could also be used as a bedroom (no egress), which connects to the full bathroom. Take a hot steam in the sauna after a long day, or relax by the heated in-ground pool, which offers an enormous terrace/seating area enveloped in brick and wrought iron fencing with accent lamps, spiral staircase leading to the main floor deck, constructed of ipe hardwood, another lighted staircase that leads to the driveway and overlooks an English garden with stone patio for fire pit or bistro style dining--the list is endless! Other bells and whistles include 3-car oversized garage with two entries into the residence, irrigation system, security system, 3 HVAC systems and so much more! One year home warranty provided by seller. Call for your private tour today!!