91 Pioneer Street

Timeless charm in the heart of Red Hook. Located a few houses from Coffey Park on historic Pioneer Street, this turn of the century, three story row house offers a warm welcome with its eye-catching red front door. A legal two family, this home is currently lived in as a one family.The first thing you'll notice upon entry is the original heart pine plank flooring that is throughout the upper two floors. The hallway takes you into the front parlor with a wood burning fireplace and big, bright windows. The rear parlor is currently set up as a bedroom and overlooks the idyllic garden with unobstructed southern light and a beautiful blooming magnolia tree. Downstairs there is a large room with a terracotta tiled floor, lime covered brick walls and exposed beams that accentuate the ceiling's height. Here you'll find a rustic kitchen and a dining area with a pot-belly stove and hammock. Behind the kitchen is a handy utility room with washer & dryer hook-ups and a bathroom with a European-style shower. The garden, accessed from this level, is bursting with life. A solid staircase leading to the top floor is illuminated by a large window on the landing and a skylight above. The upper floor has a spacious bedroom suite which could be converted into two bedrooms and a small den where traditionally a bathroom is situated. The suite contains a decorative mantel and a partially enclosed bathroom with an original claw-foot tub and antique oval pedestal sink. In 2013, the heating system was upgraded to a high efficiency Bosch boiler that provides on-demand hot water and heating. This system, with over 90% efficiency, is not only a cost saving feature but also an eco-smart choice in terms of emissions. Another green feature of this house is its green roof which helps to keep it cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. Pioneer Street, with its corner bookstore, is in the heart of the Red Hook community. It is also near the wonderful restaurants and shops of Van Brunt Street as well as Fairway Supermarket and the fantastic views of the Statue of Liberty from Valentino Pier.