Introducing..."The French Cottage in the City!" Back and Better, worth waiting for!! This iconic, architectural gem has been reimagined and enhanced…and the stunning finished product is now a 5 bedroom home, including multiple suites, ready for any family, young or old, large or small … to call HOME(S)! Take a 3-dimensional 'Matterport' tour, then come see in person!! Two separate residences with a one of a kind timeless Main House plus new Carriage House tucked on a private double 1/3 acre wooded lot, with a winding driveway on highly desirable Kenwood Parkway! The fully restored and updated Main House now reveals the addition of third bedroom on the upper level…yes…now three bedrooms up!...an exquisite primary bedroom with bay window sunlight and views, and adjacent, a perfect nursery, office or sitting room with a large sunny deck overlooking the trees. All the sought after charm with the solid quality construction of yesteryear. This, paired with worry free, extensive interior and exterior “new construction” renovations….a new 7 layer hand cut cedar roof (truly a work of art), mechanicals, HVAC/interior air quality control system, electrical, plumbing. Don’t miss the designer interior accents including all new marble bathrooms, a hand carved Italian marble fireplace, sterling silver door knobs, French Oak floors, and high end light fixtures, custom silk window treatments, and endless closet expansions… nothing was spared! An entertainers dream main level with an authentic Parisian kitchen, adjacent wine tasting bistro, two dining rooms, with seating for up to 12 indoor, plus covered outdoor portico dining by the fountain. The new lower level is versatile…a true suite…to accommodate a 4th bedroom, family room & office getaway with modern, sumptuous spa bathroom. The newly finished Carriage House is the 5th bedroom apartment with new kitchen, bath, laundry and skylights. It is remarkable and on its own represents a value of over $250k. Owner’s choice to either rent or enjoy as a separate home office, studio, guest cottage, &/or adult/parent residence. Location offers Lake of the Isles at the end of Kenwood Parkway, and a short walk to the Walker Sculpture Garden and nearby historic Basilica destinations. Where else can you find your fully restored historic “Country House” tucked in the woods in the City for under $1 million with 5 bedrooms, 4 outdoor living areas, 4 gas fireplaces topped off with an iconic “Mushroom Carmel” cedar roof with nearly another century of life remaining? Make this property your legacy for the next century!
Comprehensive book with details on restoration available upon request.
Listing courtesy of Ellyn J Wolfenson, Coldwell Banker Realty
