Savršeno smještena na prostranom kutnom zemljištu veličine 67 x 120, na najtraženijoj ulici u Povijesnoj četvrti Prospect Park South, stoji očaravajuća kuća na adresi 1221 Albemarle Road.

Izgrađena za developera nekretnina Georgea W. Maya 1904. godine, a dizajnirana od strane arhitekta Williama C. Lauritzena, ova kolonijalna kuća sa 6 spavaćih soba i 3,5 kupaonice ima zapanjujuće prostrane proporcije, savršeni raspored, prekrasno očuvane originalne detalje i pažljivo je obnovljena i renovirana tako da uključuje najsavremenije mehaničke sustave i materijale koji pružaju efikasnost, udobnost i luksuz nove kuće.
Prostrani, natkriveni trijem s jonskim stupovima pozdravlja vas u otvoreni i prozračni dnevni boravak koji je izložba restauriranih originalnih detalja uključujući parket s raznolikim uzorcima, oštre dekorativne moldinge i drvorezbariju, veličanstveno stubište i elaborate vitraž prozore.

Prostrani dnevni boravak ima prozor s četiri krila koji gleda na bujnu esplanadu Albemarle i ugodnu kamin s drvetom idealan za opuštanje i obiteljska okupljanja, dok susjedna lijepa knjižnica ima ugrađene police za knjige s pokretnom ljestvicom i još jednim zapanjujućim kaminom. Dnevni boravak povezuje s ogromnom blagovaonicom naglašenom upečatljivim Nuura lusterom, gdje možete ugostiti elegantne večere za stolom koji lako smješta 10 osoba. Do blagovaonice vodi praktična toaletna soba.

Srce doma čeka u zapanjujućoj chefskoj kuhinji s prilagođenim hrastovim namještajem, dugim mramornim radnim površinama Calacatta, farm sinkom s nepoliranim mjedenim armaturama, ogromnim otokom s radnom površinom Pietra Cardosa i prirodnim kamenim podovima Castille. Vrhunski kućanski aparati uključuju čistu i elegantnu indukcijsku ploču Fisher Paykel i električni pećnicu, integrirani i panelizirani Dacor hladnjak, Miele perilicu posuđa i Sharp mikrovalnu pećnicu.

Soba za smočnicu nudi odličan dodatni prostor za pohranu, a tu je i ugodni kutak za doručak za opušteno objedovanje.

Iza kuhinje nalazi se praktična prostorija za cipele s vratima koja vode do vašeg potpuno zatvorenog, prostranog vanjskog raja, osnovnog okruženja za objedovanje na otvorenom i vrtne zabave.

Tu je prostrani pločnik od plavog kamena za objedovanje i roštiljanje, mnogo prostora za vanjsko sjedenje i obiteljsku zabavu te bočni vrt s dizajniranim voćnjacima, povrtnjacima i biljnim vrtovima s automatskim sustavom navodnjavanja koji se proteže kroz cijeli vrt i živice. Iza zatvorenog dvorišta nalazi se garaža za dva automobila i prilaz koji može primiti 6 automobila.

Na drugom katu nalaze se 4 ogromne, sunčane spavaće sobe, od kojih se jedna koristi kao obiteljska soba opremljena ugrađenim stolom za izrađivanje i ljuljačkom. Dvije spavaće sobe, obje s prekrasnim prozorima iz lučne forme i sjedećim klupama, dijele Jack and Jill kupaonicu s mramornim dvostrukim umivaonikom, velikim tušem od stakla, slob-standing kadom i ručno rađenim podnim pločicama Commune, Malmo Pattern. Četvrta spavaća soba ima zapanjujući, originalni, zakrivljeni stakleni prozor i susjednu punu kupaonicu s kabinom za tuširanje/kadu. Dodatna pogodnost je praktična praonica s prednjim punjenjem LG perilicom i sušilicom, umivaonikom, mramornim radnim površinama i ugrađenim vješalicama.

Na trećem katu nalazi se raskošna glavna suite koja nudi luksuzno mirno utočište s ogromnom spavaćom sobom i prostorom za sjedenje, prilagođenim walk-in ormarom i apsolutno snovima, kupaonicom s krovnim prozorima. Prekrasne završne obrade uključuju mramorni dvostruki umivaonik, walk-in tuš s prozorom obloženim ručno rađenim pločicama Zelige, Callista nepolirane mjede, slob-standing duboku kadu, Adamo kamene podove i nevjerojatnu, prilagođenu saunu. Na ovom katu također se nalazi dodatna spavaća soba koja je idealna za kućni ured.

Podrum kuće je bonus dodatni životni prostor koji je pun potencijala. Zauzima cijelu površinu kuće s visokim stropovima, prozorima, pristupom dvorištu i polu-kupaonicom.

Povijesna četvrt Prospect Park South razvijena je između 1898. i 1920. godine, sastoji se od 206 slobodnostojećih kuća.

Perfectly situated on a sprawling 67 x 120 corner parcel, on the most coveted street in the Prospect Park South Historic District, stands the enchanting 1221 Albemarle Road.

Built for real estate developer George W. May in 1904, and designed by the architect William C. Lauritzen, this 6 bedroom, 3.5 bath Colonial Revival mansion has breathtakingly gracious proportions, a perfect layout, beautifully preserved original detail AND has been meticulously restored and renovated to include state of the art mechanical systems and materials that afford the efficiency, comfort and luxury of a brand new home.
The expansive, covered porch with Ionic columns, welcomes you into the open and lofty parlor floor that is a showcase of restored original detail including parquet floors with varied patterns, crisp decorative moldings and woodwork, a sweeping staircase and elaborate stained glass windows.

The spacious living room has a bay of 4 windows overlooking the lush Albemarle esplanade and an inviting wood burning fireplace ideal for relaxation and family gatherings, while the adjacent handsome library boasts custom built-in bookshelves with a rolling ladder and another stunning fireplace. The living room flows into the huge dining room accented by a striking Nuura chandelier, where you can host elegant soirées at a table that easily accommodates 10. Off of the dining room is a convenient powder room.

The heart of the home awaits in the stunning chef’s kitchen with custom oak cabinetry, long stretches of Calacatta marble countertops, a farm sink with unlacquered brass fixtures, a huge island with Pietra Cardosa countertop and Castille natural tumbled limestone floors. The top of the line appliance suite includes a Fisher Paykel clean and sleek induction cooktop and electric oven, integrated and paneled Dacor refrigerator, Miele dishwasher and Sharp microwave.

The walk-in pantry offers great additional storage space and there is a cozy breakfast nook for casual dining.

Beyond the kitchen is a convenient mud room with a door leading to your completely enclosed, sprawling outdoor oasis, the quintessential setting for alfresco dining and garden parties.

There is an expansive bluestone patio for dining and grilling, tons of space for outdoor seating and family fun and a side garden with custom designed fruit, vegetable, and herb garden with an automatic irrigation system that continues across the entire garden and hedge beds. Beyond the enclosed backyard is a two car garage and driveway that can accommodate 6 cars.

On the second floor are 4 huge, sundrenched bedrooms, one of which is being used as a family room complete with a built-in craft table and swing. Two of the bedrooms, both with gorgeous bay windows and window seats, share a Jack and Jill bath with a marble top double vanity, a big glass-enclosed shower, freestanding bathtub and handmade Commune, Malmo Pattern floor tile. The 4th bedroom has a stunning, original, curved glass window and an adjacent full bath with shower/tub combo. An added bonus is the convenient laundry room with front loading LG washer and dryer, sink,marble countertop and built in hanging racks.

On the third floor is the palatial Primary Suite that offers a luxuriously serene retreat with a huge bedroom and seating area, a custom walk-in closet and an absolutely dreamy, skylit bathroom. The gorgeous finishes include the marble double vanity, walk-in, windowed shower clad in Zelige handmade tile, Callista unlacquered brass fixtures, a freestanding deep soaking tub, Adamo limestone floors and an amazing custom designed sauna. There is also an additional bedroom on this floor that is an ideal home office.

The basement of the home is a bonus additional living space that is ripe with potential. Occupying the full footprint of the home with high ceilings, windows, access to the back yard, and a half bath.

The landmarked Prospect Park South neighborhood was developed between 1898 and 1920, consisting of 206 frees