5418 Old Hwy 96 Franklin TN | Simply Charming Country Home in Leiper's Fork
Designed by renowned builder, Bill Powell, this Simply Charming Country Home in Leiper's Fork, located at 5418 Old Hwy 96 Franklin TN, integrates the perfect architectural treasures with the charm of a picture perfect setting. Words cannot express the allure of this Simply Charming Country Home in Leiper's Fork.
After driving up a winding lane through the seven acres of
wooded bliss, you arrive at a home designed to complement the beautiful country setting. Immediately, you are welcomed by the sights and sounds of a re-circulating creek flowing under a small wooden bridge through the lush green lawn. A lavishly landscaped yard is irrigated with water from a natural well with two supplemental storage tanks, well-hidden in the wooded perimeter of the yard.
The immediate feeling of home is found as you step onto the winding brick walkways to the front porch of 5418 Old Hwy 96 and notice the custom-made flower boxes and the gorgeous stone fireplace exterior made from remains of an old home found on the property.
The Franklin Heritage Foundation award-winning home features a multi-tiered deck made from logs and limbs of Cedars found on the property. It provides a special place for outdoor gatherings. This spot is truly relaxing with its vine-covered roof of the lower deck that is not only visually stunning, but also functional as it shades you from the afternoon sun. After a long day at work, jump into the relaxing hot tub.
As you step through the antique, double screen doors leading into the front foyer and living room, you immediately notice the immense level of detail that went into the finishing stages of this home. Antique doors, imported from various parts of the country, are used on the entire main level.
The use of transformed antique furniture as a built-in entertainment center is completed with clever, but eloquent, touches by disguising the speakers using old iron grates made from cannons and cannon balls from the Civil War melted down in a foundry in Philadelphia.
The unique window in the foyer was taken from an old cottage. The builder searched for just the right spot for this window in the home. A woodburning fireplace, with a gas starter, is the crowning jewel of the room and is sure to provide a warm atmosphere on the cooler evenings in the hills of Leiper's Fork.
Open to the living room is an entertainer's kitchen complete with a built-in refrigerator. An iron pot rack, made out of an antique gate, hangs over the island that includes built-in shelves and a seating area that spills into the living room.
The owners creatively used
an antique, hand-painted headboard as a backsplash to the gas cooktop and had a freestanding hutch custom built to match it for extra storage space in the kitchen.
The walk-in, lighted pantry boasts yet another antique door with colored panes that add to the visual ambiance of this inviting kitchen.
The breakfast nook overlooking the wooded hillside enhances this relaxing kitchen. A built-in sitting area creates a setting for a cozy family meal that is sure to create many fond memories throughout the years.
Off the kitchen is a screened in porch overlooking the secluded backside of the property. Watching wildlife in it's most natural habitat will become your new hobby as you take time to enjoy the peace and tranquility of country living. You may choose to enhance the serenity by listening to music provided by the built-in speaker system controlled from your sound system in the living room.
Adjacent to the kitchen is the dining room with 3 large windows that overlook the backyard. The detail of the crown moulding from the rest of the house is carried over into this room to accent its fabulous features. A custom built plate rack circles the top of the room to allow plenty of space to display collectible dishes. Wide planked wood floors with a painted rug treatment add the extra element of surprise to complete this perfect space for hosting a relaxing dinner with good friends.
The main floor master suite provides the ultimate retreat from a busy day. With window that allow a wonderful view of the wooded surroundings, you are sure to find a peaceful room to rest and recharge.
A cozy master bath provides a wonderful place to prepare for the day ahead. Features include an oversized shower, a sitting area, custom built cabinets, transom window, crown moulding and two separate walk-in closets that will make your morning routine more pleasurable.
Also on the main level is a powder room. An antique hand-painted footboard is used as a backsplash for the unique antique counter with bowl sink. Special fabric 
treatments and hardwood floors finish off this comfortable oasis for guests.
Three walls of built-in bookcases set the stage for many hours of reading in the library. From the transom covered entry way to a secret door allowing passage to a hidden office with a built-in desk and cabinets, you are sure to find this area both functional and beneficial for all of your family members. What child doesn't love a secret room?
To assist in your daily chores, the main floor provides laundry room with many extras to simplify necessary tasks. A built-in ironing board that folds up for storage, as well as, a built-in folding table that collapses flat to the wall when not in use were designed to allow the most efficient use of the space. Special stenciling treatments create a comfortable and pleasant environment in which to work.
Hardwood stairs lead up to the shared bonus room that separates the two upstairs bedrooms. A solar tube infuses natural light that fills up the space even on a moon-lit night. The Telephone Room provides a semi-private place for the teens and guests alike to talk with friends on the telephone.
Each bedroom on the second floor is gender specific. The Boy's Room features a built-in desk with cabinets and a built-in stereo area. A private bathroom with a closet that has access to extra storage adds to the excellence of this home. This room is sure to become the favorite of any teenager once they see the view of the countryside as they climb up the library ladder to the loft overlooking the property.
The Girl's Bedroom is designed for the princess of the family and includes a built-in nook with an extra bed for sleepovers for your child and her friends. The specialty built-in desk and stereo area will be perfect for the many long nights of homework or just hanging out. A full bath with a make-up nook and a large walk-in closet provide a special place for any teenager to prepare for a special night.
The finished basement is climate controlled and includes built-in shelves and storage. This space includes a one car garage. Use this area as a woodshop, painter's studio or convert it to a recording studio. In addition, a craft room with custom cabinets and shelves can be 
used for many purposes. It is currently being used as an exercise room. There is also access to an exterior dog kennel for those pets that sleep outside.
The detached two-car garage has a comfortable "Guest Suite", which allows your overnight visitors the space they need to enjoy their visit in style. Shelves, cabinets, and window bench all add to the unique features that make this property very special. This guest suite also includes a full bath. In addition, a private covered balcony with a metal roof provides a peaceful place to sit and reflect as you listen to the quiet sound of the crickets and enjoy the trees swaying to the gentle breeze.
Located in the central part of Williamson County, just to the west of the Natchez Trace Parkway, Leiper's Fork is a thriving community boasting antiques stores, restaurants, art gallery, and markets. The most well-known of these venues being Puckett's Grocery. This is a favorite place for local celebrities, such as, Winona Judd, Keith Urban, and Niclole Kidman. The community entertains many visitors seeking its rustic atmosphere and quaint shops.
The rich history, quiet surroundings, and beautiful scenery provide the perfect escape from the rush of life. If you are looking to find a quiet home for your family to live, Leiper's Fork can provide the peace you are looking for.
This home would also make a lovely Bed and Breakfast in Leiper's Fork. Interested in a Leiper's Fork home, contact Tammie White at (615) 495-0752.
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