As you walk up the steps to the front door the marriage of the classical and modern elements is on display. The antique brass elements are accented by classical black cast iron, a kickplate and keypad deadbolt.
Entering the house you won't be able to see the extensive insulation detailing that has been accomplished throughout the process of this remodel but you will definitely feel the solidity, structure and welcoming embrace of a properly constructed estate home. The 2 story entry is encased in beautiful, original paneling framing the scene to showcase a beautiful new, illuminated glass stair banister and tremendous multi-ringed chandelier
There's a sunken room flanking the front door suitable for office, study, library etc. There's a tv room with chair-rail and a full entertainment wall. The downstairs guest bath was designed with lots of storage and towel space for enjoying the pool.
The kitchen features modern fixtures, massive refrigerator-freezer and a 4-slab, double-booked waterfall-edged counter/bar The kitchen features a beautiful sink and faucet, dishwasher, induction cooktop with floating hood and an imposing amount of full-wood custom cabinetry, a beverage station right at the kitchen entrance with 2 cabinet refrigerators and a wall oven and a microwave/convection oven combine to provide plenty of cooking options.
There’s a mud-room/laundry-room/pantry area with a speakeasy wood door that leads to the carport area. The main pantry consists of 5 floor to ceiling shelving units and there's also an enclosed pantry.
Each bedroom includes modern fixtures, closets outfitted in oak and a view. Both bedrooms share a stunning full-bath with a granite countertop, amazing glass-enclosed shower-tub and original linen closet and laundry drawer.
Going up the stairs featuring knitted wool carpet and illuminated glass banister, the panoramic view is revealed. The primary bedroom door is the original solid-core oak and we’ve gone the extra step to install a keypad deadbolt. The suite is truly spectacular featuring a clip-vault ceiling, original headboard assembly incorporated into the new trim and two windows with amazing skyline views. Behind both bath doors are original, restored cabinets for shoes, linens and laundry hampers. There’s a free-standing tub situated in front of the window (with privacy tinting) set in a marble accent wall, hardwood floating shelves and the massive no-curb glass shower with multiple showerheads a comfortable granite seat and a heated towelbar. A double vanity is recessed into the space between the original cabinets and a dressing area with triple mirror. The closet is custom oak with stainless bars, integrated shoe storage and the room has been sheathed in plywood and features another solid-core door and deadbolt to serve as a secure room.
There’s a bonus room with restored, built-in cabinetry. In the upstairs half bath all the cabinetry and woodwork is original except the trim, there’s a swinging saloon-style door, leathered granite countertop with copper sink and a beautiful stained glass window.
A massive, oak encased living room (Yes, even the ceiling which has been restored and over-insulated) a built-in fridge for handy beverages/snacks, a huge closet for storing games, supplies and access to the ingenious cantilevered balcony assembly. This amazing feature is THE place to relax, unwind, enjoy the views and appreciate the utter zen of living at the top of the hill.
The backyard has two separate areas. The first encompasses the restored, low-salt, 10+ foot deep pool with in-floor filter system. The second is is for playing and pets and features mature trees, lush grass and is wrapped in a sandstone wall with custom ironwork accents. There is an illuminated flagpole and then access to the 2+ car garage which has a truly massive amount of shelving and storage along with a built-in workbench.
