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BUY OR RENT !!!! Creating an inviting ambience, this magnificent 1885 antique stucco villa on over half an acre is elegantly situated at the end of a long gated driveway with stone pillars and Belgium block edging.
This home exudes the charm and character of a glamorous by-gone era with many original architectural details such as its one inch stucco interior walls, glorious front to back entry with 10’ ceiling, original lead glass windows, gleaming turned mahogany banister and railing, hardwood floors and beautiful carved wood ceiling in the dining room. Bathed in light and with a separate entrance, the sunroom complements and retains the character of the house with its tile floors and working Italianate fountain. The naturally temperature controlled Wine Cellar is an extraordinary feature for the wine connoisseur. A wood working shop, large cedar closet and laundry room with new washer and dryer add an additional 2,000 sq ft to the already sprawling 4,000 plus square foot home.
All this timeless charm melds beautifully with the state-of-the-art renovations completed in 1999 for a gourmet chef and author of cookbooks. The kitchen boasts a center-island, two dishwashers, two sinks, six burner Vulcan restaurant stove with double oversized ovens and a griddle; All stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and walnut cabinets with carved moldings; Separate butlers pantry with a bar sink and under-lit counters, lots of drawers and cabinets; Of course Microwave, refrigerator, freezer, top-off the list of kitchen appliances.
Enter the Family Party Room with radiant heated tile floor, wood burning pizza oven and grill, full wet bar, entertainment center, French doors leading to both outside patios and 10’ ceilings with surround sound. The kitchen and family room are fully air-conditioned.
A total of 13 fabulous rooms includes 6 Bedrooms with 3 full baths and 1 powder room including two bedroom au-pair or guest suite and bath on the third floor. Three fireplaces add glow and warmth in the living room, family room and second floor sitting room. New electrical wiring, new plumbing, city gas heat and a 10 years young roof, city sewer and city water add modern day conveniences to this amazing house.
Also for rent at $5,990....
Last Updated: 10/22/2009 6:05:31 AM
Listing Agent and Office: Isabel Dryer, Prudential CT Realty
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