228 Parke Drive, Ridgeland, MS 39157

Upgrade to the superior design and unmatched attention to detail in this gorgeous home in Ridgeland's Carlton Parke II.  See and feel the quality difference in its construction and how integrating engineering, architecture, design, and craftsmanship differentiate this builder's homes. Carlton Parke is an established and gated community, bordered by the Natchez Trace and Rolling Meadows Road close to shopping and restaurants at The Renaissance at Colony Park, The Township at Colony Park, the newest medical facilities, walking/biking trails on the Trace and outdoor activities at the Reservoir.  This newly finished home's distinctive elevation makes a statement as soon as you approach with its three sets of double doors and shutters, 3 hanging gas lights, painted chamfered posts and pine ceiling, and blue slate floor.  The foyer opens to both the custom trimmed formal dining and living rooms.  Reclaimed wood flooring is throughout the home including unique herringbone craftsmanship spanning the entire living room.  You will feel how the many design details come together, including furniture-like cabinets with glass front displays and traditional cremone bolts, granite faced fireplace with fire balls, and coffers and paneling which integrate with the kitchen and dining. This space is perfect to relax and enjoy the abundance of natural light by day or flickering gas lights by night and take in the natural views through the oversized windows. The kitchen is a chef's dream, designed for entertaining.  It boasts a large island with beautiful natural stone counter tops, cabinetry to the ceiling for ample storage, under counter lighting, stainless WiFi double ovens, six burner gas cooktop and a microwave drawer and granite backsplashes.  Conveniently located off the kitchen you will find a spacious pantry with stone counter tops, powder bath with gorgeous wallpaper and hardware, and a large elegant locker system with cabinets, drawers and shelving. The primary master suite showcases large windows, uniquely beamed along the high vaulted ceiling, primary bath with a walk-in shower, double vanity and free-standing tub and generously sized primary walk-in closet with access to the laundry room.  Outside this home you can enjoy a gas lit scored and stained rear porch with fireplace and gas logs and beautiful landscaping.  You will appreciate the convenience of the WiFi controlled full surround, front and rear irrigation system.  When you look closely, you will find this home comes finished with custom trim and molding, oversized windows, upgraded appliances, unique designer lighting and hardware, energy efficient features including tech shield roofing and high efficiency heating and cooling systems, 16 foot wide drive, full surround gutters, and two interior water cutoffs, and rebar reinforced foundation.  Fully Licensed and Certified Professional Builder. Schedule your private showing today!