A traditional exterior surrounds the modern and spacious interior of the Coast Fork (406-05). This 2,167-square-foot, three-bedroom, 2 1/2-bathroom home would be ideal to overlook the ocean, a lake or the mountains.

To the right of the entrance is a small hall leading to the two bedrooms and the bathroom. The bedrooms are a great size, with large wall closets. The bath area has two sinks and a tub.

The balance of the right side is the master suite. It is enlarged with a bay window overlooking the view to the rear. The master bathroom has a large, walk-in closet, twin sinks with a skylight overhead, and a large shower, bench, and linen closet. The entire suite exudes roominess and comfort.

The living room has a corner gas fireplace, large window and sliding doors opening to the deck outside. On the hall side of the living room wall is a display case for trophies or pictures.

The dining area also has a large window overlooking the view. There is a pass-through opening by the cooktop for easy access to getting food to the dining table. The kitchen is very open and designed for ease of use. The sink has windows above it to allow light and to view the scenery. There is a corner area with shelves for displaying cookbooks or fancy dishes.

Beyond the eating bar toward the rear of the home is the breakfast nook. This is a rounded area totally made up of large windows, ideal for morning coffee, reading the paper or just watching clouds. There is a door opening to the deck.

All in all, the Coast Fork would be an ideal home for retiring to the coast, or to overlook a lake, or even a gorgeous mountain view that some properties afford. It has all the amenities that would make retirement a pleasure.

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