3115 Oakland St, Ames, IA 50014

You have never experienced a home like this one. The architect achieved the goal of creating a design where entering the front door gives the illusion of still being outdoors, leading this gem to be known as ''The Outside In House.'' It provides 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and sits on 1.26 acres of beautifully wooded land bordering the scenic Emma McCarthy Lee Park all within walking distance to the gorgeous ISU campus and popular Campustown. The main level primary suite was thoughtfully planned as a space of peace and tranquility you'll feel the moment you enter. The current owners carried that same feeling into the primary bathroom when they redesigned it complete with a modern soaker tub and a huge tiled walk-in shower featuring two shower heads and a handheld massage sprayer, making it a luxurious retreat. The redesign also included a new barn door for the primary closet, a lighted bathroom mirror, a hardwired vanity mirror, in-drawer outlets, new heated bathroom floor tile, a new bedroom mural, and new carpet in the primary suite. All rooms are intentionally non-square, which provides amazing sound quality throughout. Additional features include a spacious kitchen perfect for daily living and entertaining, Quartz countertops, large center island, a radon system, zero-entry access, a vaulted ceiling, main-level laundry and mudroom, a wood-burning fireplace, and a screened porch perfect for morning coffee or an evening cocktail. The uses for the upper level loft are endless. It makes a fabulous sitting area and the wonderfully sized office provides a stunning amount of storage with its birch cabinets and built-ins. Just a week ago, new carpet was installed on the stairs leading to the lower level. The 2025 updates include new paint and a countertop on the kitchen island, a new induction range, a new front storm door, and new paint, flooring, and screens on the porch. 2024 updates include a new roof, new exterior paint, and a new custom woodshed. The level 2 electric/hybrid charger was installed in the garage in 2023. A new Decor high-end refrigerator was installed in 2022. The insulated garage is heated and the owners finished the bonus room above (approx. 395 sq ft) making it perfect for teenagers to hang out, as a hobby room, or for additional storage. When you're not indoors, your favorite spot will be amongst the trees and nature in the backyard while enjoying the firepit. There is even a creek in the backyard. This home is truly one of a kind.