196 Marlborough Road

Gorgeous country home in the heart of the city! Location, location, location! It’s all about the perfect location. This truly spectacular Victorian seven-bedroom home is located in the heart of Prospect Park South. Step on to your expansive wraparound front porch, take a seat on your rocking chair, and enjoy your beautiful front garden and the majestic homes on tree-lined Marlborough Road. This home is timeless and was built to entertain. The front entry has a built-in window seat with four lovely stained-glass windows. Four archways off the entryway create an open floorplan with easy flow throughout the first floor. There are two spacious and grand living rooms with high ceilings and windows. The second living room features a coffered ceiling and a large original wood fireplace flanked by bookcases. The formal dining room has coffered ceilings. Galley kitchen includes a half bath and laundry. On the second floor, the primary bedroom suite is located in the front of the home and has large windows that allow the morning sun to flow in. The bedroom has a large closet and a full bathroom. The suite has an adjoining shaving closet with a marble sink and a spacious closet. Second floor has three additional bedrooms and a second full bath, along with back stairs to the kitchen. The third floor has three bedrooms and a full bathroom with a lovely original marble sink. Original parquet floors with decorative inlay and mahogany borders throughout the home. Private backyard and garden. Private driveway and one-car garage. Home sits on a 50 x 100 lot This home truly is a must-see! Same owner for sixty-five years, with original detail intact. PPS is an historical landmark District. Near B&Q train Close to Cortelyou Rd with great cafes and restaurants. Close to Prospect Park and the Parade Grounds and tennis courts.