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856 Chretien Point Avenue

Covington, LA 70433
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Bed 5

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Bath 5

Bath

SqFt4,261

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Acres0.17

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Own a piece of Southern design history! Former 2010 Southern Living Idea House, known as “Bayou Bend,” this exceptional 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath TerraBella residence offers 4,261 square feet of living space, including the Carriage House. Featured in the August 2010 issue of Southern Living, this distinctive Craftsman-Creole home was designed by renowned Louisiana architect Michael Piazza and built for the Southern Living Idea House program, with interiors by New Orleans designers Grace Kaynor and Vesta Fort. Beautiful wood flooring, custom millwork, antique beams, and exceptional architectural details are showcased throughout the home. The main level features a paneled study, dedicated office nook, and wine cooler. The gourmet kitchen offers fossilized limestone countertops, custom cabinetry, a nd stainless steel Thermador appliances, with a charming breakfast nook featuring built-in banquette seating just off the formal dining room. The stunning primary suite features tray ceilings, separate dual closets, and French doors leading to an oversized private balcony. The luxurious primary bath is finished with Carrara marble, a huge walk-in shower with dual rainfall showerheads, freestanding tub, and dramatic curved wall of designer tile. The spacious laundry room features Caesarstone countertops and a utility sink. The beautiful backyard was designed for entertaining, featuring a pergola with automatic shade, Roman fountain, outdoor fireplace, paver sitting area, built-in gas grill, and Big Green Egg. The Carriage House offers an open living area with exposed wood beams, full kitchen, laundry room, and balcony above the two-car garage. Recent improvements include a new HVAC system, select newer windows, fresh paint, and new carpet. A rare opportunity to own the actual Southern Living Idea House; a remarkable piece of Louisiana architectural and design history offering timeless character, exceptional entertaining spaces, and the amenities today's buyer expects.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,220,000

AD Id : 91632763

MLS Id : 2579046

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 0.17 Acre

Living Area Size : 4,261 Sq. Ft

Year Built : 2010

County : Saint Tammany

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 5

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 5 Full Baths: 4 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 11

    Roofing Information

    Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Attic, GuestAccommodations, Pantry, StainlessSteelAppliances
    Roof: Shingle
    Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Range, WineCooler
    Laundry Features: WasherHookup, DryerHookup
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Central Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: CentralAir, ThreeOrMoreUnits

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 2010
    Building Area Total: 5550
    Construction Materials: HardiplankType, Stucco
    Stories: 2
    Patio And Porch Features: Pavers, Balcony, Patio, Porch
    Private Pool: No
    Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Balcony, Porch, Patio, OutdoorKitchen

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 61x124x61x118 Main Square Feet: 0.1661 Lot Size Acres: 0.1661 Lot Description: OutsideCityLimits,RectangularLot

    Property Information

    Subdivision: TerraBella Village Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Detached Levels: Two Property Age: 16

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $1220000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 3303 Tax Lot: 181 Tax Legal Desc: LOT 181 TERRA BELLA PH 1A2 INST NO 1547649 INST NO 1748813 INST NO 2008847 INST NO 2202220

  • Parking Information

    Attached, Garage, TwoSpaces, GarageDoorOpener

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes

    Homeowners Association Information

    Has Association: Yes
    HOA: $390.00

  • Location Information

    WaterSource: Public Security Features: SecuritySystem
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ByOwner last updated this listing 10/03/2026 @ 08:29

MLS: 2579046 LISTED BY: Cody LeBoeuf, 1 Percent Lists 985-807-0001 SOURCE: NOMAR

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