271 Morningside Drive

Nestled in the heart of Mandeville in the popular Estates at The Reserve community, this custom estate perfectly combines classic French Country design elements with the amenities that a modern-day family expects. The rich finishes include heart of pine wood floors in the foyer, great room and dining rooms, brick floors in the kitchen and breakfast rooms, custom iron railings on the staircase and second floor landing, cypress kitchen cabinets and door frames, and a two-story brick wall of windows and French doors in the great room that offer unobstructed views of the backyard oasis. The spacious kitchen features a large island with counter seating, Viking and SubZero appliances, ample storage, and a breakfast room. The master suite opens to the backyard, has two custom closets and a large bathroom. The first floor is also home to a fabulous home theater, dining room, laundry room, office and a guest suite. The second floor features two bedrooms that share a bath, a homework office, and a large landing with views of the two-story great room and the backyard. The 485 sf second floor bonus room is an ideal game room or spacious home office and is accessible via a second set of stairs just off of the kitchen. The focal point of the entire estate is the resort-inspired backyard, anchored by the heated and chilled swimming pool. The 644 sf cabana features a sitting area, counter-seating for eight, and a kitchen with a full compliment of appliances including a green egg. The pool is surrounded by a covered brick porch, an outdoor seating platform with a fire pit, a cute playhouse / dollhouse, and plenty of grass for children and pets. This home also boasts a spacious three-vehicle garage with a workshop, and a 38 kw whole-house generator. The Estates at The Reserve is a gated community located off of Lonesome Road in the award-winning Mandeville school district. Showings commence at the 11:00 - 1:00 Open House this Saturday, August 22.