Come home to a majestic one-family barrel-fronted limestone gem, situated in prime Prospect Lefferts Manor, on a block that has been voted the “Greenest Block in Brooklyn” for many years running. Restored from top to bottom with a keen appreciation for maintaining many of the original period details, while also offering up a dazzling array of stylish upgrades. This triple mint home includes 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2 powder rooms, a magnificent and wide parlor floor, a butler’s pantry, and an enchanting family room off the garden complete with wet bar. Designed by the esteemed Axel Hedman in 1907, this is a living example of the neo-Renaissance style and includes such distinctive facade features as rounded bays, an ornate doorway, stained glass, and skylights. A rare PLG home that offers 20’ of width, and only one of five homes in the Manor that offers three deep full floors of living space PLUS a full, and in this case, finished basement, with a powder room. Additional features include stunning wide plank oak floors, all new re-built staircases, all new windows, plumbing, electric, roof and multi-zoned heating and cooling. An extra deep garden is also a hallmark of this one distinctive block in Prospect Lefferts Gardens.
Enter through a lush front yard into the garden floor for extra ease with groceries. You will be greeted by a bespoke mud room area that offers millwork shelving and storage for all of your seasonal needs. A guest room with bay windows looks towards the front garden, while a south-facing entertaining space in the back is perfectly situated off a south-facing yard. Landscaping and hardscaping has already been put in place, ready for you to host outside today, while an elegant wet bar has been provided to make entertaining inside a breeze. Stylish black cabinetry with two floor-to-ceiling units, brass pulls and faucet, and honed Virginia Mist countertops welcomes adult and kid playtime. A magnificent full bath perfectly complements the space in terms of practicality and beauty. Walls and floors have been attired in Calacatta Violetta marble, and an oversized walk-in shower with brass fixtures is perfect for visitors.
Head up the staircase to a parlor floor of simply awe-inspiring proportions. Sitting pretty at 4 bays wide, complete with their original stained-glass transoms and chevron floors. Enjoy a chef’s kitchen with a dining island for five that includes paneled appliances from Bertazzoni including a 6-burner gas range, a stunning custom-plastered hood vent, endless cream cabinets, a large pantry, and an epic countertop of honed Negresco. These sophisticated finishes perfectly integrate with the restored period detail, centering all entertaining activities perfectly around the kitchen. An extra-wide living room in front overlooks the treelined street while a formal dining room in back is buttressed by a butler’s pantry, offering storage and a wood-topped counter that discretely hides all of your appliances while making them incredibly easy to use. Enjoy easy access to a deck with a staircase into the garden, making indoor/outdoor dining a breeze.
A light filled top floor includes three spacious bedrooms and two full baths. The primary suite stretches across four windows and includes an expansive walk-in and windowed dressing room. An elegant ensuite bathroom includes a custom walnut double vanity, brass hardware, rich Carrara marble-clad walls, and a large walk-in-shower with glass enclosure. The secondary bath also offers up double sinks with chic Zellige walls and a marble floor, plus a deep soaking tub. Every room is spacious and includes great closet space and high ceilings. Throughout the home you will also enjoy a suite of designer lighting and beautiful hardware.
Situated just a few blocks to Prospect Park and the Express subway trains, and surrounded on all sides by greenery and venerated architecture in every direction. You will not want to miss this one!