469 8th Street

Beautifully designed and meticulously renovated Brownstone located on coveted, tree-lined 8th Street, twice named The Greenest Block in Brooklyn! A perfect blend of stunning, restored original detail with sleek, modern architectural elements, this classic beauty has all of the gracious attributes and updates that you could possibly want. Thoughtfully designed and configured to optimize a feeling of openness and connection with the outdoors, the Garden level is undeniably the hub of the home. The Wall of glass doors leading out to the deep, bi level garden afford calming views of green while bathing the entire floor with bright, natural light. Ideal for entertaining and family gathering, the sprawling garden level is dedicated to dining and a magnificent chefs kitchen! A huge waterfall center island clad in Quartzite is the focal point around which there is an abundance of space for casual or formal dining. Truly a cooks fantasy, designer kitchen finishes include tons of custom walnut upper and lower cabinetry, a seemingly endless stretch of Quartzite countertop, a six burner Wolf range, Wolf wall oven and microwave, Sub Zero refrigerator and Bosch dishwasher. Opposite the kitchen is the sleek, floating staircase behind a glass wall, perfectly consistent with the clean lines of the garden level and a wonderful, minimalist juxtaposition to the ornate original detail on the parlor level above. To the left of the stair is an alcove bar with a Sub Zero wine refrigerator and a convenient half bath. The professionally landscaped garden design includes Bluestone hardscape with mature peripheral plantings and steps up to a generous seating area complete with outdoor couches, cafe table and umbrella.The sprawling Parlor floor, with soaring 10+ foot ceilings is a showcase of stunning original detail including crisp plaster moldings and ceiling medallions, the beautifully restored staircase, a carved marble mantel, pocket doors, wainscoting, parquet floors and beautifully restored hardware. The front parlor is big enough to accommodate two seating areas and flows into the generous back Parlor currently used as a family room/office that could easily be converted to a bedroom.The Parlor level powder room has a lovely opaque transom that brings in natural light from the three big windows overlooking the back garden. The third floor is bathed in beautiful light from a huge skylight above and is home to two large bedrooms, both with full baths ensuite. The bright Master bedroom has a wall of closets AND a huge walk in closet that could easily be converted to a small third bedroom or office. The Master bath with another big skylight, has a custom wood and stone vanity with double sinks, a huge glass enclosed shower and radiant heat in the floor. The second bedroom, also with ample closet space, has a carved, marble mantle, a charming decorative plaster alcove and a light filled bath with shower/tub combo. There is also a laundry room on this floor, complete with a folding table and shelving. Gut renovated in 2012. All new plumbing, electric ,mechanicals and roof. The house is fully insulated, Split system AC throughout, all windows have been replaced, SMART technology allows lights and thermostat to be operated remotely. New brownstone facade in 2018. All of this just steps to Prospect Park and the fabulous shopping and restaurants of 7th and 5th Avenues and the F train to Manhattan!