This Lake Charles House is Basically a Fruit Orchard with a House Attached

This Lake Charles House is Basically a Fruit Orchard with a House Attached

So, you know how sometimes you see a house and it just... *stops* you? Not necessarily in a "wow, that's gorgeous" way, but more of a "wait, what is happening here?" way? Well, I found one. This place in South Lake Charles is less "cookie-cutter ranch" and more "eccentric aunt's sprawling estate."

It's got acreage, it's got trees (like, a LOT of fruit trees), and it's got enough workshop space to make you question your life choices if you *don't* have a side hustle. Honestly, it’s the kind of place that makes you say, "They don't build 'em like this anymore," and for good reason, maybe? But also, maybe that's a good thing.

Specifications

    • Sq. Ft: 2,336
    • Price: $335,000
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Stories: 1 (Likely, based on Ranch style)
    • Lot Size: Approx. 5.30 acres
    • Year Built: 1996
    • Parking: 3-car covered carport
    • Additional Structures: Two large workshops (approx. 1,516 sq. ft. and 973 sq. ft.)

Here's the front — white siding, funky-looking red roof, tons of green.

Here's the front — white siding, funky-looking red roof, tons of green.

Wider shot — beige walls with that red roof. Kinda cozy.

Wider shot — beige walls with that red roof. Kinda cozy.

Garage goals. open beams, huge windows, everything neatly parked and shelved.

Garage goals. open beams, huge windows, everything neatly parked and shelved.

Back outside — terracotta roof gleaming, big porch vibes, lots of light.

Back outside — terracotta roof gleaming, big porch vibes, lots of light.

Stone front with the red roof again. Country postcard energy.

Stone front with the red roof again. Country postcard energy.

Patio time. Light stone, shade for days, is that a fire table?

Patio time. Light stone, shade for days, is that a fire table?

Okay, this is wild — twin metal barns, funky-looking colors, bold red door.

Okay, this is wild — twin metal barns, funky-looking colors, bold red door.

Here's the laundry — beige walls, modern machines, decent counter space.

Here's the laundry — beige walls, modern machines, decent counter space.

Those arched windows are the moment. Blue walls, warm wood trim.

Those arched windows are the moment. Blue walls, warm wood trim.

Soft beige nursery, big window, breezy curtains. Calm little spot.

Soft beige nursery, big window, breezy curtains. Calm little spot.

Green accent wall totally wakes this nursery up. Cute without shouting.

Green accent wall totally wakes this nursery up. Cute without shouting.

Bathroom one. soft blue, wood vanity, nice mirror. Simple spa vibe.

Bathroom one. soft blue, wood vanity, nice mirror. Simple spa vibe.

Second bath sticks to blue walls and oak cabinets. Lots of storage.

Second bath sticks to blue walls and oak cabinets. Lots of storage.

Bedroom goes floral heavy. I mean, cool, maybe a bit much?

Bedroom goes floral heavy. I mean, cool, maybe a bit much?

Playroom with padded tiles. Kinda gym-meets-nursery, smart for tumbles.

Playroom with padded tiles. Kinda gym-meets-nursery, smart for tumbles.

Big bonus room? Light blue, textured ceiling, dark wood-look tile floors.

Big bonus room? Light blue, textured ceiling, dark wood-look tile floors.

Here's the kitchen — blue walls meet honey cabinets. Classic, cozy combo.

Here's the kitchen — blue walls meet honey cabinets. Classic, cozy combo.

And another kitchen wall of oak. Storage for days, funky-looking hardware.

And another kitchen wall of oak. Storage for days, funky-looking hardware.

Details

Located at 103 Bazile Daigle Road in South Lake Charles, this single-family residence from 1996 is sitting pretty on about 5.30 acres. That’s a ton of land, especially when you factor in the mature pecan, oak, peach, fig, and pear trees – basically, your own personal grocery store. The house itself offers 2,336 square feet with three generously sized bedrooms and two bathrooms. Inside, you'll find a spacious living room, a dedicated office, and a large kitchen complete with granite countertops, plenty of storage, and a walk-in pantry. Recent upgrades include new attic insulation and a water filtration system. But the real stars of the show might be the two separate, separately metered workshops – one is a whopping 1,516 sq. ft., and the other is 973 sq. ft. Talk about potential! Parking isn't an issue with a three-car covered carport. The property is in Flood Zone AE, but don't fret, there's a transferable flood insurance policy for just $1,000 a year. This place is listed at $335,000 and has only been on the market for a couple of days, so if you're intrigued by a property that's more hobby farm than suburban sprawl, you might want to make that call. Just remember, a 24-hour notice is needed for viewings.

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