River Retreat Reeling with Splendor in Sandy Springs (Previously Listed) -

At 424 Caruso Court in Sandy Springs, Georgia, along the river bank of the Chattahoochee River, sits a colorfully drawn five-bedroom manor.This home exhibits impeccable design and attention to detail.

Box hedges shaped around a cobblestone walkway and a weeping willow tree lead visitors to a wrought-iron courtyard entry gate that edges the perimeter of this 6,000+/-square-foot home.

Just off the front portico, an open garden courtyard features checked concrete pavers, integrated with grass, and an outdoor brick hearth with herring bone detail. Set back from the banks of the Chattahoochee, the backyard is full of opportunities for spending the day outdoors. Built to accommodate plenty of guests, various outdoor spaces surround this home, providing individualized settings while still provided an inimate experience. For instance, a roof terrace overlooks the property and river, while a screened porch sits behind the pool deck at main level aside a Juliette balcony off the master bedroom.

Inside, a family room features a distinguished coffered ceiling that towers over the hardwood floors. This room features prominent design elements, such as a significant fireplace and mantel, an arched entryway edged in thick trim connecting with the foyer and a broad wall of decorative windows and double doors to the screened brick porch. At the other end, a dramatic keystone archway entrance adjoins the kitchen.

Simple sophistication is conveyed in the kitchen where custom wood finished cabinets feature faux transoms, shiny black granite spans the countertops and a classy micro-tile backsplash lines the wall. The kitchen also boasts well-known and desired elements, including double ovens, a built-in cabinetry refrigerator and a microwave. An intimate breakfast nook is tucked in the corner and offers views of the backyard spaces and riverscape below.

Master Bedroom Sandy Springs — Master Bedroom

The master bedroom features a unique wood-paneled barrel vaulted ceiling. A white marble fireplace sits across the room and heightened French doors lead to the aforementioned Juliette balcony. The master bathroom is fanciful with wooded tones highlighted by blue accents that mimic a posh lounge set in an upscale resort spa. The bathing quarters are comprised of individual vestibules, including an oversized glass-front steam shower situated between dual vanities featuring blue glass vessel sinks. Sparkling blue tile accents around the mirrors match those that adorn the back wall of the shower.

A formal dining room appears off the foyer and features distinct wood flooring in a herring bone pattern, while overhead lighting mimics the moonlight. From there, a doorway leads outside, this time to the fireside front garden courtyard.

Terrace Level Sandy Springs — Terrace Level

A cultured taste of luxury can be found on the roof terrace. Here, staggered shake siding and wooden shutters along with floating slab stairs form an organic backdrop for an inspired viewpoint. Follow the signs to your new home at 424 Caruso Court in Sandy Springs.