House Hunt in Ladue & Frontenac

Fist is 42 Glen Eagles drive, listed by Grace Lowell of Janet McAfee for $2,650,000. Situated on 2.24 acres over looking the golf course this  five-bedroom, five full bath and two half bath home was designed by renown architect Gale Henderson almost 80 years ago.

Its been well maintained and updated to today’s modern standards. Walking in the main entrance you are greeted by the large foyer and [pass under the sweeping curved staircase on herringbone hardwood floors. The library is adjacent to the foyer where the hardwood floors continue. There are floor to ceiling built-in bookcases cans cabinetry, a wood burning fireplace and a five-foot-wide bow window with a western exposure

The living room is elegant and spacious with floor to ceiling windows and atrium doors that lead to one of two terraces. Another wood burning fireplace graces the herringbone hardwood floors. The dining room will house a very large gathering and features a bow ten-foot by four foot bow window that overlooks the golf course.

The kitchen is very well appointed with high end gourmet appliances and plenty of work room consisting of granite countertops and island counters. A separate spacious butler’s pantry has plenty of stage and an second Thermador oven and Miele dishwasher so entertaining for a large crowd is easy

Upstairs are the living quarters consisting of five bedrooms including the master suite and an apartment as well as the newer second floor laundry. The master suite has such amenities as heated marble flooring. , his and hers adults height vanities, separate shower and soaking tub, and  a master sitting room with building book cases and a wall of floor to ceiling windows

The lower level is unfinished but for the thousand bottle wine cellar with cork flooring. There is so much to see and many more details. To arrange a private tour call Grace at 314-997-4800.

Also on the Country Club grounds is 22 Foreway Drive listed by Peggy Dozier of Janet McAfee for $1,995,000. This is an exquisite home designed by Ralph Cole situated on 2.53 acres and offers luxury living at its finest.  The formal spaces are excellent for entertaining and feature a gorgeous, beautifully appointed living room and dining room and a cozy library

There is a first-floor master suite that includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms with sitting areas. Two baths and bedrooms are on the second floor.  An additional bathroom and bedroom are located in the lower level.

The lower level has a walk-out, a large family room that has a fireplace and plenty of  built-ins. An immense laundry room and utilities complete the lower level. The kitchen is updated with granite countertops and high-end appliances and features a unique pleasing and functional design. The adjoining breakfast room includes a fireplace. There is plenty to see here by calling Peggy at 314-997-4800 to arrange a private tour.

Now onto 59 Fair Oaks Drive listed by Linda Benoist and Lisa Coulter of Janet McAfee for new price of $1,390,000. Another spectacular home that’s been beautifully renovated though all of its five bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths. The first floor has a formal living room and dining room and a wonderful family room with French doors that open to the terrace and swimming pool. The kitchen features a breakfast area and has been updated with custom cabinets, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.

The master suite includes a large custom closet and dressing area, a private second floor terrace, a private office, and sitting room. The master bath has an updated with separate shower and Jacuzzi tub.

Two more bedrooms and a shared bath complete the second floor. Up on the third floor, there are two more generous bedrooms with coffered ceilings and another updated bath. The lower level features a recreation room. There is more to see so call Linda or Lisa at 314-997-4801 to arrange a private tour.