OUTSTANDING RENOVATED HOME

Set back nicely from the street, the creamy yellow house is well complemented by the deep greens presented in the front yard. An antique “stone” wall embraces the front of the house at the sidewalk and tempts you to open the iron gate and take a closer look around. Measuring 25 feet across, the deep covered front porch is an outdoor living room with a northern exposure. Protected by the overhang, you can enjoy a sudden downpour and remain snug and dry while you watch the raindrops dance.

Step inside to enjoy the fruits of an extensive renovation and addition from 2008-2009. Classic details fuse seamlessly with the recent appointments and together create a desirable living space. An exposed brick chimney accents the front gathering room where diffused sunshine from the dining room lights up the room with a soft glow. An 11′ x 7′ alcove under the stair offers a place to read or a spot for a compact office.

The dining room is lined with windows and is open to the stunning kitchen. If you have an active culinary muse you won’t want to miss a single detail. Appliances include a Wolf dual fuel range, Kitchen Aid refrigerator and microwave, Miele dishwasher and Subzero wine cabinet plus a double cast iron sink and faucet both by Kohler. Sparkling black granite provides a cool contrast to the crisp white wooden cabinets. French doors lead to the antique bricked patio making for an easy flow for entertaining and daily living. A walk-in pantry and generous utility room (room to add a half bath) are within easy reach of the kitchen.

An en-suite bedroom (or den, office, yoga, meditation or movie room) is tucked off the living room. Great for guests or family members who don’t care for stairs – it’s good for overflow or regular use. Master quarters are in the southeast corner upstairs. Windows look out over the yard so every morning you’ll wake to a lush green backdrop. The master walk-in is the pinnacle of organization while cool Carrera marble adorns the bathroom which is simply lovely. Separate soaking tub, large shower and double vanities set into wooden cabinets – it’s your own spa. Central bedroom has its own private porch and shares another beautiful bath with the smallest guestroom.

Running street-to alley, the parking is in back and there’s room to construct a garage if desired. A wooden fence provides privacy and keeps children and pets in check. Three blocks to the city gates, you’d never know everything is at your fingertips.

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