82 Rutland Road

Motivated Seller! Incredible opportunity to purchase a mint-condition one-family townhouse with every luxury super close to Prospect Park! This magnificent 5 bedroom, 6 bath single family townhouse in prime Prospect Lefferts Manor has been renovated down to every last detail. Situated on a picturesque block between Flatbush and Bedford Aves, with conveniences in every direction including Prospect Park, the subways (B/Q/S Prospect Park station), restaurants, cafes and organic grocery stores. By utilizing the finest craftsmanship techniques that emulate the workmanship of this neighborhood's esteemed past, you will enjoy the richness and warmth that only a historic townhouse affords, with the luxuries and ease of modern living. This statuesque bay-fronted limestone offers four floors of living space, a south-facing garden and deck, PLUS a completely finished cellar perfect for a gym. Every mechanical and structural element of this masterpiece has been replaced, including a central HVAC system, new plumbing, electric, windows, roof, SMART home features (music, intercom, alarm, WiFi and lighting), kitchen and baths. Period detail has been painstakingly recreated on all four floors and includes window and door casings, intricate base moldings in every room, oversized solid-core doors, weighty hardware, and exquisite wainscoting lining the perimeter of the loft-like double parlor. Head up the grandiose stoop to a parlor floor with soaring 12' ceilings defined by incredible light flooding in all day through both the front bay windows and the back glass doors. In the front, a stunning Great Room awash in newly handcrafted historic ornamentation awaits, with enough space for both a gracious living room and a formal dining room. Illuminated even further by a sophisticated foyer with stunning glass transom windows and a beautiful basketweave marble floor, perfect for guests to make a grand entrance. Head to the back past a discrete powder room and a stylish wet bar complete with extra sink, wine cooler, glass display cabinetry, and a marble countertop that makes entertaining a breeze. A chef's eat-in kitchen sits next to a door that leads to a south-facing deck for easy outdoor dining, and is large enough to also accommodate a table for casual everyday meals. The kitchen is a timeless classic complete with soft white lacquered cabinetry, a suite of Bertazzoni appliances including a French door fridge and a 5-burner vented stove, and a dining and prep island. The Carrara marble backsplash and countertop add to the everyday elegance and practicality. Head up the brand-new staircase, recreated to match the original, to a primary suite and an additional family room in front that is a generous four windows across. Enter the primary suite through a set of oversized doors into a grand foyer that leads to a bedroom with its very own windowed dressing room, and a spa-like bath complete with a glass-enclosed walk-in shower and a large double vanity. Indulge your love of enduring design with Axor chrome and porcelain cross-handle hardware and a backdrop of Carrara marble. The next floor up offers three bedrooms plus a home office nook with tree-top views from every window. Two full bathrooms complete this floor, including one bedroom with an ensuite bath, both the perfect classic black and white tile combo with the added luxury of honed Carrara marble countertops. Head back downstairs to the garden level for an additional guest suite and full bath, a spacious laundry room with an oversized vented washer and dryer, and a sunny and spacious family room and solarium, great for a media room or playroom. Charming exposed brick columns and an easy walk-out to the garden make this the perfect casual spot for gatherings. And the garden is not to be missed! A charming juxtaposition of bluestone pavers for furniture placement closer to the house, and a grassy back area with perennial beds is the ideal mix of scenic and practical. This is a home that needs to be seen in person for the quality of the workmanship, stunning block, and sheer scale to be truly appreciated.