11222 Hickory Tree Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46845

This estate is in one of Fort Wayne's established neighborhoods yet provides a private and very quiet retreat. Beautiful winding drive through the woods leads to this home set within gardens against the backdrop of a large pond with a dock, tennis courts and a great mix of grassy and wooded areas. With such a great setting, this home was designed perfectly to the let outside in via a balcony spanning the back side of the house and a fabulous patio below. Glass doors from the master, living room and bonus area open to this deck. The living room has cathedral ceilings, a dramatic rock fireplace, built in cabinetry and two sets of sliders to the deck. Kitchen has a large breakfast space and bonus area currently used as an office. These two areas would also work well with a large hearth table spanning these spaces. The adjacent dining room is large and bright with windows on three sides. Main level master spans the depth of the home with the sitting area overlooking the pond. Laundry room is also on this main level. Open staircase leads to the walk-out finished lower level that has multiple access points to the large patio and screened porch. Library niche has beautiful woodwork and great placement adjacent to the kitchenette and family room. Not to miss is the large walk-in pantry just off the kitchenette. With a large fireplace and two sliders to the great outdoors, this family room is a great space. Media room has a wall of built-ins, patio and screened porch access and can also be closed off via double French doors. Additionally, all lower level bedrooms, the full bath and the living area hallway can all be closed off from the family area via double doors and the lower level hallway. Take the gravel road past the tennis courts back to the large out-building where there's the perfect place for storage or for a great shop.