$840,000
St. Landry, LA 71367
MLS# 2500004832
5 beds | 3 baths | 3928 sqft
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Property Description
Inspired by the timeless architecture of A. Hays Town, this exquisite Acadian-style home blends classic Southern charm with refined craftsmanship. Featured in Acadiana Profile magazine in 2011 and described as ''A Hidden Haven,'' this property perfectly captures the elegance and warmth of traditional Louisiana living. Set on 51.95 picturesque acres that backs up to Chicot State Park, this estate embodies classic Louisiana architecture with modern comfort — a truly rare and remarkable retreat. The kitchen is beautifully appointed with granite countertops, commercial appliances and a timeless design that blends form and function. The spacious living room boasts a large fireplace that anchors the space, while a chandelier and generous natural light create a welcoming atmosphere ideal for entertaining or quiet evenings at home. The home offers 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, along with a formal dining room, library, sunroom and a large utility room for everyday convenience. The brick & hardwood floors and wood beam ceilings throughout add character and depth to every room. Additionally, this home has double brick wall construction on the lower level showcasing its quality and authentic Acadian character. Outdoor amenities include an outdoor kitchen built in 1876, a 2-car carport with storage above, and attached storage for added flexibility. A barn, 3-stall stable, and a 5-acre pond make this property ideal for country living. Conveniently located just 4 miles from Interstate 49, this property offers easy access to nearby cities while maintaining a peaceful rural setting. It's approximately 39 minutes from Alexandria and 50 minutes from Lafayette, providing a perfect balance of country living and accessibility to shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Details
Documents
Listing Info
Delayed Marketing: No
List Price/SqFt: 213.85
Property Attached: No
Document Modified: 2025-10-23 12:34:37.618935
Status: Active
Listing Date: 2025-10-23
Listing Price: 840000
Current Price: $840,000
Type: Single Family Residence
Modification Timestamp: 2025-10-23T19:32:47Z
Photo Modified: 2025-10-23T19:32:16Z
Location, Tax & Legal Info
Flood Zone: X
School District: Evangeline Parish
Multiple Tax Parcels: 0500129302, 0500129303, 0500129304
Legal Desc: See Realtor's remarks for full legal description.
General Property Description
Approximate Age: 41 - 50 Years
Lot Dimensions: 51.95 acres
Stories: 2
SqFt - Living: 3928
SqFt - Lower: 2948
SqFt - Source: Measured
SqFt - Upper: 980
SqFt - Total: 3928
Mineral Rights: Conveyed
Assn Fee: None
SqFt - Carport: 593
Property Condition: Resale
Acreage Range: 50 - 99.99
Pool on Subject Property: No
# Bedrooms: 5
Baths - Full: 3
Total Baths: 3
Year Built: 1975
Acres: 51.95
Remarks & Misc
Remarks: Inspired by the timeless architecture of A. Hays Town, this exquisite Acadian-style home blends classic Southern charm with refined craftsmanship. Featured in Acadiana Profile magazine in 2011 and described as ''A Hidden Haven,'' this property perfectly captures the elegance and warmth of traditional Louisiana living.
Set on 51.95 picturesque acres that backs up to Chicot State Park, this estate embodies classic Louisiana architecture with modern comfort — a truly rare and remarkable retreat.
The kitchen is beautifully appointed with granite countertops, commercial appliances and a timeless design that blends form and function. The spacious living room boasts a large fireplace that anchors the space, while a chandelier and generous natural light create a welcoming atmosphere ideal for entertaining or quiet evenings at home. The home offers 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, along with a formal dining room, library, sunroom and a large utility room for everyday convenience. The brick & hardwood floors and wood beam ceilings throughout add character and depth to every room. Additionally, this home has double brick wall construction on the lower level showcasing its quality and authentic Acadian character.
Outdoor amenities include an outdoor kitchen built in 1876, a 2-car carport with storage above, and attached storage for added flexibility. A barn, 3-stall stable, and a 5-acre pond make this property ideal for country living.
Conveniently located just 4 miles from Interstate 49, this property offers easy access to nearby cities while maintaining a peaceful rural setting. It's approximately 39 minutes from Alexandria and 50 minutes from Lafayette, providing a perfect balance of country living and accessibility to shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Office/Member/Contract Info
REO: No
List AOR: RAA
Style
Acadian: 1
Siding
Vinyl Siding: 1
Wood: 1
Parking
Carport: 1
Detached: 1
Carport Spaces: 2
Road Frontage
State Road: 1
Foundation
Slab: 1
Patio
Covered: 1
Open: 1
Fireplace
2 Fireplaces: 1
Wood Burning: 1
Roof
Composition: 1
Metal: 1
Heating
Central: 1
Interior
9+ Ft Ceiling: 1
Beamed Ceilings: 1
Gas Stove Con: 1
Kitchen Island: 1
Cooling
Central Air: 1
Flooring
Brick: 1
Wood: 1
Sewer
Mechanical Sewer: 1
Water Source
Public: 1
Water Company: Turkey Creek Water
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Dryer: 1
Gas Range: 1
Microwave: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Washer: 1
Utilities
Elec: CLECO: 1
Gas: Atmos: 1
Countertops
Granite: 1
Documents
Property Disclosure: 1
Security Features
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s): 1
Security System: 1
Smoke Detector(s): 1
Lot
Other: 1
Other Structures
Outdoor Kitchen: 1
Storage: 1
Financing
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
Private Banking: 1
VA: 1
Originating Details
Originating System ID: M00000300
Originating System Key: 20251023124745467001
Originating System Listing ID: 2500004832
Originating System Name: RAA Flex
Location Tax Legal Info
Street Number: 2782
Street Name: Saint Landry
St Suffix: Highway
Parish: Evangeline
State: LA
Zip Code: 71367
Subdivision: None
Area: Evangeline
Tax Assessment Number: 0500129301
Elementary School: Bayou C
Middle School: Chicot
High School: Pine Pra
Directions: Driving from Ville Platte to Chicot on Hwy 167 N, turn right onto Hwy 106, the property is located just past Jno G Lewis Drive.
If driving from Lafayette or Alexandria, take exit 46. The home is located 4.5 miles down just passed Hwy 115 on the right.
Property Features
Style: Acadian
Siding: Vinyl Siding; Wood
Parking: Carport; Detached
Foundation: Slab
Road Frontage: State Road
Roof: Composition; Metal
Interior: 9+ Ft Ceiling; Beamed Ceilings; Gas Stove Con; Kitchen Island
Fireplace: 2 Fireplaces; Wood Burning
Flooring: Brick; Wood
Heating: Central
Cooling: Central Air
Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer
Countertops: Granite
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s); Security System; Smoke Detector(s)
Lot: Other
Patio: Covered; Open
Other Structures: Outdoor Kitchen; Storage
Sewer: Mechanical Sewer
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Elec: CLECO; Gas: Atmos
Financing: Cash; Conventional; Private Banking; VA
Documents: Property Disclosure; Property Disclosure
Property Disclosure IDX
Listing Office: Premier Realty of Acadiana LLC
Last Updated: October - 23 - 2025
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