This historic home offers a balanced aesthetic, combining the austere elements of Spanish Mission with the natural features of Prairie Craftsman design. Original details like ornate penny tile flooring, intricate plaster ceiling design, multiple sets of French doors, half-barrel ceiling in the dining room with original lighting & carved sideboard reflect a bygone era. For an element of surprise, the house includes a secret stairway leading from the kitchen to the attic & hidden storage room beneath the stairs. Large windows in every room, including many windows in the basement. Dining room, complete with 10-foot-long table & hand-carved chairs, evokes the grandeur of yesteryear, while the veranda spans the length of the home, offering an inviting space for entertaining. Kitchen with modern stainless steel appliances & custom cabinetry crafted from trees harvested from the property, provides a contemporary kitchen blending with the home. Primary bedroom suite includes fireplace, large walk-in closet, & original sleeping porch repurposed as a family room. The updated full bathroom competes the primary suite creating a private retreat. Three bathrooms have been updated, yet an original full bathroom remains in the attic, serving the 3rd-floor bedroom. The home is bordered by woods, providing privacy & a connection to nature, further enhanced by the presence of abundant wildlife.