22-Wide-Wide Brooklyn Townhouse With Private Garden List Inspired Homes for $7.8 Million
An upscale Brooklyn townhouse located in the Boerum Hill Historic District with a private park-like garden just hit the market for $7.8 million.
It was built in the 1850s by William Alexander again James Hughesthe 4,400-square-foot brick residence has been thoughtfully updated to maintain the home’s integrity while providing modern amenities.
The building has a red brick facade and sits on a beautiful street surrounded by similar traditional houses.
However this is not a traditional property, as it has undergone a renovation which aims to bring it back to its architectural period, while injecting the home with a fresh, modern feel.
“This renovation was a complete, multi-year restoration that thoughtfully returned the house to its original single-family charm while introducing modern architecture and modern systems,” it said. Carl Gambinowho joins the place with him Martha Maletzboth of Compass.
The 22-meter-wide building retains its original 19th-century exterior, yet inside is a modern oasis, full of high-end details.
“The kitchen and baths were redesigned with high-end finishes, custom millwork, and marble countertops, and the cellar level was finished to create additional living and entertaining space,” notes Gambino.
“The result is a seamless blend of 19th century craftsmanship and modern sophistication.”
A spacious entry with double doors opens to the parlor level with a sitting area designed for entertaining with custom wood details and herringbone-patterned wood floors.
The sun-drenched chef’s kitchen features marble countertops, a center island, and a separate dining area with a built-in banquette.
Two sets of custom glass doors from the kitchen and dining area provide access to a terrace designed for alfresco dining that also overlooks a beautifully landscaped private courtyard.
A beautiful curved staircase lit by a large skylight leads to the bedrooms of the home.
The luxurious primary suite occupies the entire third floor. This well-designed retreat features a dressing room, walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bathroom with a soaking tub and double sinks.
Three more bedrooms and a central living room are located on the second floor.
An additional guest room can be found on the garden level and a bonus room that can be converted into a study room, home office, or yoga studio.
Also found on this level that opens to a spacious backyard with custom glass and accordion-style doors is a fitness center, wine room, and laundry room.
One of the most impressive features of the trilevel home is the cottage-inspired courtyard surrounded by lush landscaping.
The outdoor area feels very much like a private oasis, guarded by the lush green trees that surround the property, helping to transport visitors out of the city.
“Ultimately, it’s for the discerning buyer who wants turnkey convenience in one of Brooklyn’s most established and convenient neighborhoods,” Maletz added. “We believe it will be used as a primary residence. The site has not been developed, so there is still room for construction.”
