Construction by a South Missouri contractor; $739,900 | Furnishings for the garden and home

 West Des Moines, Iowa, 701 S. 25th Ct.

Check out this West Des Moines house that is better than new and has over 4,200 square feet of living area in addition to 1,500 more completed in the basement level. The distinctive home offers cozy living both inside and out.

Vast vaulted ceilings and wide spaces are features of the open floor concept. A sizable island with additional seating anchors the kitchen, which is flanked by a second dining area. Built-in hutches and an arched window may be seen in an open dining area. A sizable family room and living room with a fireplace provide plenty of space for entertaining or relaxing. The sunroom's high ceilings make it the ideal place to start or finish the day.

The main suite's French doors upstairs open to a loft with a view of the sunroom. The second story is completed with two full bathrooms and three more bedrooms. The bottom level has a separate living area of its own, with a sizable family room, wet bar, bonus room, bathroom, and lots of storage.

The home and yard's all-stone facade raises its curb appeal. The half-acre lot is beautified with several outdoor living quarters, an irrigation system, and an “old English manor” feel. A roofing worth $35,000 is now to be added to the home.