36 Downing Street, HOUSE

Positioned on a tree-lined, local street in the vibrant Clinton Hill Historic District, this single family, brownstone has been considerately restored and awaits a tenant who appreciates the period details of a bygone era. The charming, old world accents include pocket doors, 5 carved, marble mantels and fireplaces, parquet floors, venetian plaster walls, ceiling medallions, pocket shutters, claw foot soaking tub, 2 skylights and antique lighting fixtures. The home maintains quirky relics, such as a victorian speaking tube, crystal door knobs, and a built-in dressing room, that tell a story of the past; while incorporating modern day comforts, such as air conditioning, washer and dryer and a mud room with shower for pet grooming or summer time use. With space a plenty, this home boasts nearly 2300 SF of living area divvied up into a family room or formal dining with vintage piano, an eat-in kitchen with a vintage, porcelain Chambers stove and breakfast banquette, walk-in pantry, a stately living room, office, three bedrooms able to accommodate queen or king size furnishings, dressing room with built-in drawers and cupboards along with a plethora of storage options throughout the entire home, 1.5 bathrooms, guest room and a rare, cedar-lined sunroom perfect for yoga or meditation, curling up to a good book, catching a breeze with the windows ajar or bird watching. When the weather is nice, entertain friends and family in the Brooklyn cottage garden with seating on the patio. The community offers plenty of intriguing options for daily amenities, dining, recreation and entertainment. Local favorites include Sisters, The Good Batch, Locanda Vini & Olii and Mekelburg's. Transportation access to C and G trains. Tenant is responsible for electricity and fuel oil; while the landlord covers the water expense. Inquire for more details or to schedule a viewing.