This delightful entry sets the stage for the material palette of Maison des Volets, with random, large format limestone floors and rustically hewn structural beams, accented by handcrafted pine doors from Arizona.

The DINING AREA defines the main floor of the house framed by exposed beams and decking that enclose this space with old growth fir imported from Canada, and lend the space a warmth and intimacy that belies the property?s overall grand scale

Limestone floors and wooden structure continue into the LIVING ROOM, which is anchored by a stunning 18th Century French fireplace carved from limestone and imported from the Loire Valley.

The KITCHEN is designed to be an eclectic blend of furniture and cabinet styles thoughtfully evoking the more rustic and evolved cooking areas found in period French farmhouses.

Numerous freestanding and built-in pieces provide ample storage and cooking space, and combines fine distressed paint finishes with natural alder. Counters are crafted from soapstone, finished hardwood and butcher block, with dishwasher and primary refrigerator paneled to match.

One of the defining features of Maison des Volets is its exquisitely crafted MAIN STAIRCASE that frames the entry, then gracefully winds up to second floor. The treads are solid, wide plank fir that match the wood flooring throughout the rest of the house, and the banister is exquisitely crafted from natural wrought iron in a modified floral pattern that references French architecture.

A spacious MASTER SUITE occupies the northwest corner of the upper level, separated from the rest of the top floor by an elegant hallway. The room is a quiet oasis of clean surfaces and daylight, anchored by a beautifully built-in wall of custom furniture built-ins.

The adjoining MASTER BATH is a similarly restful and rejuvenating space, with a continuation of the fir floors that run throughout the house anchoring a wonderfully eclectic arrangement of bath furniture and fixtures. Two vanities are built into custom, hand painted chests with natural limestone counters, while a grand, two-person soaking tub is the center piece of the room, built into a limestone covered base and centered under a large pair of casement windows.

A small room off the south end of the hall offers great home STUDIO or office space ? the perfect personal retreat. It is accessed via a pair of French doors and overlooks a stand of native red cedars.

A private and autonomous guest suite lies in the northeast corner of the house, opening onto the crushed stone entry courtyard and its peaceful tile and stone fountain via French doors

The series of terraced decks, patios and walkways that leads down to the lower, level back yard provides access to conveniently located storage and garden areas and traverses two routes down to the lake

The house was specifically sited to maintain and preserve as many native trees as possible, and the result is a setting that is framed and protected by old-growth cedars, massive laurels and vine maples.

A perfect hub for dockside parties, warm weather escapes, guests or caretakers, the LAKE HOUSE is a fully functional studio house with an efficient woodstove, full kitchen and bath that is autonomous from the main house, and opens directly onto a large patio via French doors for lake access that is truly singular.

HouseProperty type
See RemarksStyle of home
18,029 ft²Lot area SF
$25,606Taxes 2015
TwoFloor levels
7,045 ft²Living area
City, Lake, Mountain(s), TerritorialViews
Sloped, Paved, WaterfrontFeatures included
Garden, Central Vacuum, Walk-In Closet(s), Sauna, Vaulted Ceiling(s)Amenities
Subarea		West Mercer
Listed by		Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty
rennie last checked		June 21, 2025 at 07:40am
Last updated		July 05, 2024 at 01:21pm
Cumulative days on market		163 days
Closed Date		January 03, 2017
Source		NWMLS, MLS # 935289

Parking / Storage
Parking	Attached Carport, Off Street, Attached
Parking places - total	3

Additional building details
Complex / sub division	West Mercer
Year Built	2000
Construction	Stucco
Roof	Tile
Floor finish	Wood, Ceramic Tile, Softwood, See Remarks
Water type	Public
Fuel / heating	Forced Air, Natural Gas
Fireplaces	2
Fireplace fueled by	Gas
Security features	Security System

5203 82nd Avenue, Mercer Island WA

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5203 82nd Avenue, Mercer Island WA