164 MacDonough Street

Ideally situated on one of the best tree-lined blocks of the Stuyvesant Heights Historic District, 164 MacDonough Street has been meticulously restored to the original grandeur as designed by noted architects Amzi Hill & Son in 1891. This generously proportioned Romanesque Revival brownstone is infused with classic elegance yet updated with all the amenities a modern buyer could desire.

Upon entering through the restored Brownstone facade and into the foyer, one is immediately struck by the original Victorian detailing, including the mahogany stairs, and extensive millwork and paneling throughout. These details continue all around the home from the inlaid floors, period tiles, and brass doorknobs, to the restored plaster cornices and fireplace mantles.

This home is configured with an owner's triplex over a garden rental. It has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2 working fireplaces plus 5 decorative, fully integrated 9-Zone Mitsubishi heating and cooling, a new roof, as well as a home security system. Four sets of original pocket doors and working pocket window shutters round out the impressively maintained details of this historic home. There is a deep private landscaped garden with finished brick planters and bluestone pavers.

The original double parlor floor plan remains intact with a graceful 25 foot-long living room with wood-burning fireplace, high ceilings and tranquil views of the cathedral across the street. The large open kitchen with island, breakfast nook and custom cabinetry, has direct access to a terrace and the garden below. There is a vented Thermador range, Bosch dishwasher, Shaws sink and Sub-Zero refrigeration.

One floor up there are two bedrooms currently configured as a primary suite, with a large bedroom with working fireplace connecting to an office/dressing room via original pocket doors and classic double marble vanities unique to these grand revival homes. The primary bathroom features a clawfoot soaking tub and an antique marble and bronze washstand, Gio Ponti mirror and Cole & Son Nuvolette wallpaper.

The top floor has two more large bedrooms and an additional open skylit space being used as home gym. There is another bright windowed bathroom with a glass walk-in shower and well-appointed finishes.

The garden floor rental is stunning and well designed in its own right, providing great income potential. Details include a Victorian hearth, large new bathroom, compact chef's kitchen complete with Viking range, separate living and dining rooms, dedicated HVAC and access to private patio space.

Conveniently close to the A and C subway stations as well as many of Bedford-Stuyvesant's hottest spots: Saranghina, Lunatico, Corto, Warude and more! This house is a unique offering not to be missed.