3705 E Mount Vernon St

3705 E Mt. Vernon — A Home Rich in Wichita History Some homes simply have more stories to tell. Built as one of the first homes along this stretch of Mt. Vernon, 3705 E Mt. Vernon once stood high enough on the hill to offer views all the way to downtown Wichita. Its original design was anything but ordinary, featuring an indoor greenhouse, an approximately 25-yard target range in the basement, and a private outdoor sport court added a few years later. Remarkably, both the range and tennis court remain today. Perhaps even more remarkable is the stewardship of this home. The current owners have loved, cared for and meticulously maintained this property for more than 50 years. Here, “deferred maintenance” simply hasn't been part of the vocabulary. For over half a century, this home and its grounds have been thoughtfully tended, preserved and enjoyed—and that pride of ownership is evident throughout. Inside, exceptional craftsmanship, beautiful woodwork and distinctive fixtures are found throughout. The home offers a formal sitting room with gas-insert fireplace, formal dining room, library, expansive sunroom with space for both dining and conversation areas, and a large private office that could easily become an impressive dressing room or oversized primary closet. The primary bath even includes a two-person sauna. Storage was clearly a priority when this home was designed. Closets, cabinetry and built-ins make use of nearly every available space, including two cedar closets. The kitchen continues that thoughtful approach with abundant cabinetry, pantry storage, built-in bread drawer and cutting board, wine rack and concealed trash cabinet. Downstairs, the character continues with a spacious recreation room and dry bar that could readily be converted to a wet bar, separate laundry room with sink, workshop, extensive storage and the home's original target range. Then there are the grounds. The gardens have been lovingly created and cultivated by one of Wichita's native Master Gardeners, producing an extraordinary variety of flowers, fruits and vegetables throughout the property. Established grapevines remain from a time when grapes grown here even helped supply a local winery. A private tennis court, sauna, library, workshop, remarkable gardens, more than 50 years of devoted ownership and decades of Wichita history—all in a location just moments from East Wichita amenities, I-135 and Kellogg. 3705 E Mt. Vernon isn't a cookie-cutter home. It's a one-of-a-kind property filled with craftsmanship, character and features rarely found together today.