199 Saint Johns Place

199 Saint Johns Place is a handsome 4-story, 20-foot wide townhouse located on one of Park Slope's premier tree-lined streets. Elaborate details are found throughout this distinctive home. Built in 1881 as a model home to show off the architect's most skillful designs, you'll find mahogany woodwork, an oversized pier mirror, original in-laid floors, carved mantels and magnificent banisters. Ascend the front stoop to elegant main doors into the gracious foyer and magnificent double parlor where you can entertain comfortably. The front parlor boasts a bay window, beautifully restored plasterwork and built in bookshelves. A set of pocket doors leads you to the back parlor with more original woodwork including an exquisite mantel. Downstairs you will find a second living room and the large eat-in kitchen with wood-burning fireplace, abundant storage, quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. A practical utility room with washer and vented dryer leads to the landscaped garden. A powder room and additional storage complete this level. Occupying the third story are 2 generously sized bedrooms. A second wood-burning fireplace and three large closets are found in the master bedroom. The large windowed bath boasts a cast-iron claw foot tub and has two entrances. The top floor in-law suite is roomy and comfortable with a bedroom, sunny living room, expansive bathroom, kitchenette, and walk-in closet. The brownstone facade was recently replaced and there's also a full basement housing mechanicals and storage that can serve multiple possibilities. Enjoy the best of Park Slope living in an enchanting townhouse located right near Prospect Park. Grand Army Plaza and the weekly Saturday Greenmarket, the Brooklyn Museum, Botanic Garden, Brooklyn Library, and diverse shops and restaurants on 7th Avenue are all just minutes away. Around the corner are the 2/3/B/Q subway lines