Drive under the covered bridge into a quiet, limited-access neighborhood with ponds, woods, open spaces and horses. Covered Bridge Estates provides a country setting, but only minutes from shopping, highways and Scott AFB. This is a beautiful, 4-bedroom, 3,000+ square home on 3 acres with water front access. It features a living room with a cathedral ceiling, gas fireplace and high arched windows. The large family room is perfect for a home theater, and the formal dining room and entryway feature candle-style chandeliers. You enter the master suite on the ground floor through french doors and features two walk-in closets, double sinks, shower stall and a large oval jetted tub. Three large bedrooms are upstairs, two with walk-in closets, and overlook the living room from a wood-railed balcony. The spacious kitchen has ample cabinets and counter space, a large center island, breakfast nook, walk-in pantry and a convection oven. The large utility room leads into the garage and includes its own closet and a bathroom with extra deep sink. Zoned air conditioning and heating systems use two units for climate control, or use the whole house fan on pleasant days. Ceiling fans throughout. Two water heaters provide ample supply through the house. The two-car garage includes an overhead storage area and the attached half-car garage easily stores a riding lawn mower, water softener, whole house water filter and has access to the lined crawl space. The land has a large garden area and fruit trees, easily viewed from the enclosed 3-season room or rear concrete patio. Community tennis courts and beach. Sellers desired delayed closing or lease-back until 1 Feb 10. Features: Patio/Balcony, Central Heating, Deck/Porch, Garage, Jetted Bathtub, Lakefront.