French Country Estate in Equestrian Neighborhood
Madison, Limestone County, Alabama
We invite you to discover the hidden French Country gem that is 1270 Rountree Place. Nestled on 5 acres in the gates of an exclusive equestrian neighborhood of Rockhouse Landing in Madison, AL, the home exceeds expectations of design, quality, and grandeur while still being one of the most welcoming and relaxed homes you will ever experience in North Alabama.
Upon entering, you are greeted by a front porch of porcelain tile, impressive iron double doors, and herringbone hardwood floor that highlights the home’s entrance and sets an elevated tone. Drawn in by the rich emerald color of the dining room, this entertaining space features significant crown molding, decorative wall trim, and striking inlaid red oak hardwood floor design. The room can accommodate even the largest rectangular or circular dining tables, cabinets, and sideboards.
After passing through the butler’s pantry with soapstone countertops, you will fall in love with the stunning chef’s kitchen with Mouser custom cabinets and poplar tongue and groove wood ceilings with red oak box beams. It is equipped with three ovens, a warming drawer, two Bosch dishwashers, a 6-burner Thermador range with griddle, a 48" Sub-Zero refrigerator, and Scotsman ice maker. The kitchen's recent upgrades include stunning marble countertops, inlay farm sink, refreshed paint on the cabinets, and designer lighting – creating a perfect harmony of style and functionality.
The kitchen opens to the more relaxed family room with similar stacked stone and wood accents, gas fireplace, and built-ins. The mantle and shelving were reclaimed from an old shoe factory in Huntsville. The wet bar features soapstone countertops with beverage refrigerator, ice maker, and granite composite sink, solidifying this area as the true heart of the home. Located conveniently near this main living area is a powder bath with custom pressed tin ceiling, second primary suite with ensuite bathroom, large laundry room with service toilet, and a large three-car side entry garage.
On the west side of the home, accessed through French doors (all solid wood interior doors) from both the front foyer and the family room + kitchen, are the game and music rooms. The game room features gorgeous custom pressed tin ceiling detail, significant crown molding, and inlaid hardwood floors. It shares a two-sided, see-through fireplace with the music room, which features floor to ceiling windows and beautiful natural light – perfect for enjoying a late afternoon filled with piano music and cocktails.
With a whole house speaker system, music can easily spill out onto the large 940 sq. ft. wraparound screened-in porch with slate tile floors, outdoor kitchen, built-in Lynx propane grill and Lynx refrigerator. This serene retreat overlooks a private oasis featuring extensive landscaping across the 5 acres, mature trees, a sparkling pool, and a wrought-iron fence for added privacy and security. The yard is also serviced by a Rainbird sprinkler system and Dog Watch invisible fence, installed in 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Across from the main home is the 1,531 sq. ft. guesthouse, completed in 2020, which is the perfect residence for any extended guest, au pair, or live-in family member who is truly needs their own separate living area. The guesthouse features a great room with gas fireplace, full kitchen with quartz counters and fireclay sink, private ensuite bath with a dual sink marble vanity, and exquisite marble and porcelain tiled walk-in shower with a zero entry threshold.
Additionally, there is a separate laundry room with cast iron sink, guest bathroom that can service any pool guests, extra wide doorways for added accessibility, two car garage, and an oversized covered carport for a boat, outdoor vehicles, or other large equipment. On the upstairs level of the guesthouse is the gym with rubber flooring, as well as additional floored attic space.
Back in the main house and after travelling upstairs by either the main front stairway or the convenient back stairs, the residence has four large bedrooms with a layout that offers wonderful privacy. The upstairs landing also mirrors the elegant herringbone hardwood floor design below in the foyer.
In the main primary bedroom, you will enjoy a gas fireplace, large spa bathroom with separate his-and-her vanities, heated floors, large walk-in shower, jetted tub, heated Toto toilet, two separate walk-in closets with wood built-ins, and a private office and exercise area, providing ample space for relaxation and productivity.
Every bedroom features an ensuite bath, each with individual and highly unique features. One of the secondary suites features a separate sitting room and additional closet. Another, fondly called the “Gucci Room,” has a beautiful tiled steam shower. The 5th bedroom in the main house has a walk-in primary closet as well as an additional closet in the bathroom.
Noteworthy enhancements and upgrades not mentioned previously include Anderson windows, a new roof installed in 2020, updated paint selections throughout the interior (trim, ceiling, walls, and doors) and exterior of the home, NuTone central vac system (2023), LED can lights throughout, newer garage doors, and four out of five HVAC units replaced to ensure optimal comfort and efficiency. Piece of mind is also provided due to the Generac automatic generator.
The home is located minutes from the Tennessee River and the Wheeler Wildlife Refuge. A short 20 minute drive to Redstone Arsenal, Research Park, and all of the amenities of the Huntsville and Madison areas means that you don’t have to sacrifice convenience for privacy and quality.
This completely custom masterpiece redefines luxury living in North Alabama, offering an unparalleled blend of elegance, comfort, and sophistication. Schedule your private tour today and discover the endless possibilities this exceptional property has to offer.
Nicole Hartenbach
, Keller Williams Realty Huntsville
