New Orleans, LA 70118
$1,700,000
- Historic Beauty in Mint Condition -
5 Bedrooms - 4.5 Baths - 5310 sq ft
- Fully Restored in Grand Traditional Style with State-of-the-Art Amenities
- This masterpiece of a home is nestled in the Avenue¹s prominent 4900 block, which showcases the creations of other great turn-of-the-century designers such as Emile Weil and Mary Louise Genella.
- Exterior walls, porch columns and classic details have been newly painted and fully restored to their original magnificence
- Grand Foyer is adorned with crystal chandelier, five continuous stained glass windows, leaded beveled glass window and door, spindle banister stair, and wainscoting, all original to house and accented by Brunschwig & Fils gold wall covering
- Custom milled borders, rosettes and bulls-eyes appear in abundance, all congruent with original style
- New baseboards throughout first and second floors complement stunning hardwood floors, newly refinished in high gloss polyurethane
- Four authentic Williamsburg reproduction heavy brass chandeliers by Virginia Metal Crafters grace the parlors, den, and master suite, along with matching sconces in the halls and guest bath.
- Eleven-foot ceilings boast graceful new picture rails
- Pocket doors embellished with original brass hardware open to reveal First and Second Parlors: Both have elaborate mantles with borders of granite and original tile
- Handsome Dining Room also features hand-restored wooden mantle with ubatuba granite border, summer front, bay windows, and artistic details continued from previous rooms
- Expanded powder room contains beveled mirror with custom mill work, Scalamandré wall covering, and new furnishings, all doubled in second bedroom above
- Kitchen combines traditional elegance with top-of-the-line amenities including ThermodorTM oven, ProfessionalTM line hood, brand new KitchenAidTM dishwasher, built-in side-by-side refrigerator, built-in display cabinets, and granite top counters
- Kitchen is illuminated by picture window overlooking patio, as well as original crystal chandelier, hand-restored and plated in nickel to match kitchen fixtures
- Private master suite is beautifully appointed with floor-to-ceiling windows offering breath-taking views of the avenue, access to balcony, sculpted fireplace with original tile, and vast walk-in closet with built-in shelves
- Mirrored bathroom contains custom milled cabinets, invisible closet, granite counter, custom window, and BroadwayTM polished brass faucets
- Remaining wing of bedrooms includes original fireplace, built-in desk, immense closet space, and two full baths, one with cast iron whirlpool-style decked tub
- Finished third floor could function as apartment, encompassing wet bar, full bath with original claw tub, restored windows, exposed beams and brick, plenty of cabinet space, telephone & cable outlets
- Generous back porch is perfect for entertaining, complete with deep serving ledge, lamp, and charming spindled banister
- Double stairs extend from porch to exquisite private patio accented by gracious four-tiered fountain, water plants, and lush landscaping
- Enclosed side-yard with private entrance to house could house play yard or garden dog run and newly painted storage shed frame remaining side
- Stained glass windows protected with polycarbonate
- Exterior flood lights illumine Foyer windows - controlled by interior switch
- Restored original nine-foot cypress doors with brass hardware
- Oversized washer & dryer included
- Sheers, rods, and 400 hand-painted rings included
- Interior paint recently stripped for polished finish
- Additional electric outlets added to halls for lighting
- AC & heating systems newly upgraded, including York compressors, evaporator coils, and package unit, duct work, vents and flu
- New roof, gutters, and downspouts
- New security system by Metropolitan Electronics includes tv camera, motion detectors, and exterior alarm, smoke, and heat detectors
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