Mister Harrys

From the street, the home presents a classic, symmetrical profile anchored by white lap siding, dark shingle roofing, and black window shutters framing multi-pane sash windows. A decorative lantern post guards the wide driveway, leading toward an attached single-car garage featuring a chevron-paneled door.

Rather than sticking strictly to the modest, low-sloped Cape Cods of the late 1940s, Sabotka expanded this design into a sprawling 66-foot wide footprint. An enclosed side porch acts as a seamless connector between the main house and the garage, offering sheltered indoor-outdoor transition.

The most remarkable feature of the ground floor is the back-to-back masonry chimney core serving two distinct living zones. The vast Living Room (22'2" x 15'0") provides a formal sanctuary anchored by its own fireplace, while the adjacent Family Room (18'0" x 11'8") boasts a second dedicated fireplace for casual evening relaxation. Adjacent to the entry sits a flexible 13' x 15' room, ideal as a formal dining room for Sunday dinners or as a quiet first-floor den/library. The kitchen (15'6" x 11'8") includes a dedicated breakfast/dining nook and leads directly to a dedicated main-floor laundry room (LDRY), a guest lavatory (LAV), pantry storage, and direct access out to the covered porch and garage.

Ascending the central staircase leads to a well-proportioned sleeping level designed to maximize the pitch of the roof envelope. A massive 13'0" x 21'7" bedroom running the full depth of the right wing, complete with a closet and access to continuous wall storage under the roof eaves. There are 2 more bedrooms and a bath centrally positioned off the hallway, equipped with a full bathtub, vanity, toilet, and an adjacent linen closet (L).

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source 1955 Homes Beautiful | L. B. Wright, Inc, Ohio

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Unlike standard suburban ranch houses that required flat quarter-acre plots, this tri-level design was engineered for dynamic topography. By taking advantage of a sloping or hillside lot, the design offers a walkout lower level that opens seamlessly into a ground-floor outdoor patio, blending indoor comfort with nature. From the curb, the home presents a low-slung, welcoming horizon. Rich wood vertical siding meets rustic masonry, accented by a striking floor-to-ceiling multi-pane window bay that draws natural light deep into the heart of the home.

The main level is dedicated to entertaining and everyday gathering. The grand $20$-foot living room, anchored by a brick fireplace, serves as the centerpiece. Just steps away, the open-concept dining room flows into an efficient kitchen complete with a built-in snack bar and pantry.

Raised just half a flight of stairs above the main living area, the upper level houses three spacious bedrooms away from household noise. The primary bedroom opens onto a private elevated deck—ideal for morning coffee overlooking the backyard. A short flight down leads to a massive secondary family room featuring a second fireplace, an additional fourth bedroom, and a full bath.

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source 1955 Homes Beautiful | L. B. Wright, Inc, Ohio

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Designed by Sabotka this charming Cape Cod style residence represents the quintessential American dream. The main level offers a complete first-floor living area, ensuring long-term utility for aging homeowners who wish to avoid stairs. Guests enter through a dedicated front vestibule into a massive living room that seamlessly flows into an attractive living-dining "L" shape configuration. A centrally located fireplace anchors the room, while adjacent access leads directly into a compact, optimized kitchen.The ground floor also features a comfortable primary bedroom, a full bathroom, a dedicated laundry nook, and direct access to a spacious attached garage. For expanding families, the second floor opens up two additional generously sized bedrooms flanking a second full bathroom and ample closet space.

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source 1955 Homes Beautiful | L. B. Wright, Inc, Ohio

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A classic Garrison Colonial exterior mixed with an updated, flow-oriented layout. The first floor centers around effortless hosting and daily functionality. Guests enter through an elegant dedicated entry hall, complete with an adjacent powder room (lavatory) to keep the main living spaces private.To the left sits a sprawling living room anchored by a sunny front bay window. The floor plan flows naturally into a formal dining room, which connects directly to the kitchen. For casual family time, the kitchen opens directly into a large family room featuring a cozy fireplace. Right off the two-car garage, an optional laundry closet keeps muddy clothes and utility work tucked away from the main living areas.

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source 1955 Homes Beautiful | L. B. Wright, Inc, Ohio

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This classic chalet design represents the quintessential weekend escape or cozy year-round homestead. The defining feature of the facade is a towering, hand-laid stone chimney stack that climbs alongside the covered entryway. A spacious front deck extends the interior living space outdoors, offering an inviting spot to lounge under the open sky. Upon crossing the threshold into the expansive 13'0" x 25'2" living room, you are greeted by the warmth of exposed overhead beams and the crackle of the prominent stone fireplace. The ground level efficiently balances open entertainment space with everyday utility, featuring a dedicated dining area directly adjacent to a compact 12'4" x 8'10" kitchen, a full bathroom, and a private primary bedroom tucked quietly into the back corner. True to its classic architectural blueprint, a set of central stairs rises from the heart of the main floor up to the second story. The upper loft area maximizes every square inch under the steeply pitched roofline, splitting cleanly into two large, private bedrooms—one measuring 13'0" x 16'0" and the other 12'4" x 16'0".

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source 1955 Homes Beautiful | L. B. Wright, Inc, Ohio

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Approaching the property, the home greets you with timeless symmetry, highlighted by its distinctive overhanging second story, twin front-facing bay windows, and an attached two-car garage complete with a charming rooftop cupola and weathervane. Opening the front door reveals a highly organized center entry vestibule. To your left sits an expansive, formal living room anchored by a cozy fireplace. To the right, a dedicated dining room opens up beautifully to the front yard through its large bay window, leading effortlessly into the heart of the home: the kitchen. Positioned right next to the informal family room, this built-in desk allowed the homemaker to manage household budgets, file recipes, or supervise homework while preparing meals. Tucked discretely down the hall from the kitchen is the ultimate convenience: a dedicated first-floor laundry room and a convenient lavatory right by the back exit. Heading upstairs, the second floor maximizes every square inch to accommodate a growing family with four distinct bedrooms. The master bedroom is accompanied by a private, walkthrough dressing room lined with built-in closets that flows seamlessly into an adjacent full bathroom. Three additional well-proportioned bedrooms and a second full hallway bath ensure that everyone has their own space.