Welcome to "SkiScape", a 7,500 sf hidden gem nestled on a stunning 45-acre property, complete with a 35acre fishing & watersports lake in the heart of Mandeville and close vicinity to everything. Completely remodeled since the original build, the home is a marvel of modern construction & sustainability.
*Eco-Friendly Design: Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) construction provides exceptional strength & energy efficiency.
*Solar-Powered Amenities: Hidden from view solar panels power the house. A solar hot water system provides an endless supply of hot water with virtually zero energy consumption. The infinity pool & spa have a solar-powered circulation pump for cost-free water filtration.
*Luxurious Accommodations: The 4 bedroom home features a 3-bedroom addition with unique rope bridge lofts & a secret passageway, plus third-floor band & exercise rooms. The dual washer/dryer laundry room is modern and elegant.
*Off-grid capability: 2 giant generators, 1 for primary use and 1 for redundancy, fueled by huge buried propane tanks ensure uninterrupted power. Water is sourced from a natural underground aquifer. Run off-grid for weeks at a time - battle tested during hurricanes Katrina and Ida.
*Exceptional Garage Space: the 6-car garage features a vehicle lift, built-in pressure washer and air compressor. The "Work Bay" is an air-conditioned dream shop.
*Outdoor Recreation: A 3,000 sf "Super Dock" with folding accordion doors on all sides is great for lakeside relaxation or epic events. The lake, stocked with bluegill perch and largemouth bass, offers excellent fishing, complemented by included gear & tackle.
*Inclusive Sale: Property comes with a Mastercraft ski boat hanging in a custom over water boat house & various ski & fish equipment, making it a turnkey haven for outdoor enthusiasts.
Visit www.DreamEstate.Info for more photos and videos of this one-of-a-kind property, where luxury meets sustainability in a serene, natural setting.
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97 E Thistle St, Mandeville, LA 70471
4beds
7,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1995
45 Acres Lot
$1,656,100 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Home value
$1,656,100
$1.34M - $2.07M
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Exceptional garage spaceDream shopModern constructionInfinity poolSecret passagewayLuxurious accommodationsFish equipment
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Listed by:
Cynthia Benbow 504-301-5850,
eXp Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Bradley Cook
Stirling Properties
Source: GSREIN,MLS#: 2423058
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 9
- Full bathrooms: 8
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 15.7000 x 14.8000
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 16.6000 x 10.1000
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 15.1000 x 13.6000
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 16.7000 x 13.6000
Primary bathroom
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 14.1000 x 12.1000
Other
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 19.1000 x 14.1000
Den
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 24.9000 x 17.2000
Dining room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 181.0000 x 11.3000
Game room
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 22.8000 x 19.7000
Game room
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 30.0000 x 13.3000
Kitchen
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 27.1000 x 10.9000
Living room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 16.1000 x 15.4000
Media room
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 24.1100 x 12.4000
Sitting room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 27.1000 x 8.1100
Storage room
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 11.1000 x 8.0000
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, 3+ Units
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Butler's Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector, Granite Counters, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Gas Starter, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 11,500
- Total interior livable area: 7,500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Covered, Garage, Three or more Spaces, Boat, Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Brick, Concrete, Balcony, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Dock, Outdoor Shower, Patio, Sound System, Outdoor Kitchen
- Pool features: In Ground
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Lake
Lot
- Size: 45 Acres
- Dimensions: 45 acres irregular
- Features: Acreage, Outside City Limits
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 7047197EThistleST
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Acadian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- ICFs (Insulated Concrete Forms), Other, Stucco
- Foundation: Raised, Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Excellent,Updated/Remodeled,Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1995
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Insulation, Lighting, Water Heater
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: New Subdivision
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Mandeville
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $1,167,012
- Annual tax amount: $13,999
- Date on market: 11/28/2023
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2024 | Sold | -- |
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| 3/21/2024 | Contingent | $1,950,000$260/sqft |
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| 3/11/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000-13.3%$260/sqft |
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| 3/2/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,250,000+15.4%$300/sqft |
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| 3/22/2023 | Listing removed | $1,950,000$260/sqft |
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| 3/11/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000-33.9%$260/sqft |
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| 1/1/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/1/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,950,000$393/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,999 +89.7% | $116,701 +96.7% |
| 2024 | $7,378 +18.7% | $59,322 +26.4% |
| 2023 | $6,219 | $46,915 |
| 2022 | $6,219 +0.2% | $46,915 |
| 2021 | $6,207 +0.1% | $46,915 |
| 2020 | $6,200 -0.7% | $46,915 +3% |
| 2019 | $6,244 -0.1% | $45,549 |
| 2018 | $6,253 -0.9% | $45,549 |
| 2017 | $6,312 +18.8% | $45,549 |
| 2016 | $5,314 | $45,549 +8.5% |
| 2015 | $5,314 +7.4% | $41,989 |
| 2014 | $4,949 +1.1% | $41,989 |
| 2013 | $4,897 -0.6% | $41,989 |
| 2012 | $4,926 | $41,989 |
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Neighborhood: 70471
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Lake Harbor Middle SchoolGrades: 4-6Distance: 2 mi
- 7/10Fontainebleau Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 8/10Fontainebleau High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
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- Louisiana
- Saint Tammany Parish
- Mandeville
- 70471
- 97 E Thistle St