Imagine the comforts of a luxurious Acadian style home nestled on 2.324 private acres as you retreat from a frenetic world. This property is a rarity for its desirable location less than five minutes from I 10 at Highland Road. Architecturally custom designed after a plantation home with a huge 74 X8 wrap-around porch and plantation doors to let the beauty of the natural surroundings be the central focus. Featuring a lighted fountain in a stocked pond which reflects the majestic live oak and cypress trees. This exquisite beauty comes with its own ducks and also occasional geese and deer. This is the spot if you are looking for privacy, proximity, and no HOA! The primary home includes 5 BRs, formal LR & DR, 2 full baths, 1 half bath, sitting room, sun room, piano/music room, open sitting room loft, open office, and full laundry room with sink and shower. The home has approx. 10' ceilings downstairs, 2 fireplaces, beautiful stairwell to 2nd floor. The spacious master BR suite has two large walk-in closets, along with a spa-like bathroom with a large soaking jacuzzi tub, separate shower, his and hers vanities. The kit satisfies all culinary, entertaining, eat-in, and storage needs with all appliances including a trash compactor. Plenty of granite countertops and custom cabinets throughout. Featuring antique Old St. Louis brick, Mexican tile, premium hardwood birch, solid oak flooring, and carpet. There are 3 water heaters, 3 central HVAC systems for zoning, and double insulated heat resistant tilt in windows. Between the two double carports and with its own entrances is a tenant occupied guest (extended family, man cave, office, hobby) quarters providing an additional 570 sq. ft. (bonus sq. ft.) which is not included in the living area. It has an open BR/LR/Kit area and a full bath. The home currently is on city water; however, it has a well pump which is optional, but not warranted. This front porch swing doesnt stay.