49 Rutland Road

As featured in Brownstoner, 49 Rutland Road is a remarkable townhome that embodies the essence of Brooklyn living. This four-story brick and limestone neo-Renaissance townhouse is part of a row of five magnificent houses designed by John J. Petit in 1897. Nestled in the Manor within Prospect Lefferts Garden, the exquisitely renovated 20-foot-wide masterpiece combines timeless elegance with modern convenience, offering a rare opportunity to reside in a turnkey townhouse. Original details abound throughout the home, including exquisite decorative plaster, original crown moldings, beams, columns, arches, built-ins, hardwood floors, and seven stunning decorative fireplaces with carved wood and tile mantles. Modern upgrades include new wiring, plumbing, central heating and cooling system, restored millwork, new roof, landscaped backyard with outdoor kitchen, fully integrated Smart home system with custom indoor-outdoor sound system, Lutron shades and automatic lighting, and new mechanicals. This expansive residence boasts four stories of living space plus a finished basement, which features five bedrooms and three full bathrooms. As you proceed through the parlor level entry, you are greeted with decorative wedding cake plaster, beveled stained glass, and original tile flooring. Enter through the landmarked oak doors and you are greeted by an expansive, elegant parlor-level great room dripping in original details with nearly 11' ceilings, columns, beams, accent crown molding and lighting, wainscoting, beveled stained glass windows, wood-carved fireplace, Piers mirror, and custom sitting bench. The space leads to the rear living room, offering another wood-carved fireplace and piers mirror - a perfect room to unwind with a great book or stream a movie. Exit the living room onto the 18 x 8 steel terrace overlooking the backyard. Head down to the meticulously landscaped backyard. The outdoor oasis boasts turf, irrigated wooden plantings, a bluestone patio with an automatic snow-melting heating system, an outdoor kitchen outfitted with a grill, stainless steel prep space, fire pit, and a custom sound system and lighting. Re-enter the home through the four-panel glass accordion NanaWall to the chef’s kitchen with beamed ceiling, black marble counters, custom cabinetry, six burner Thermador stove with vented hood, two Bosch dishwashers, and Subzero fridge. Enjoy meal prepping with your loved ones from the center island with a second sink providing ample room for more than just one cook in the kitchen. Pass through to the original built-in wet bar and hutch with turn-of-the-century sink and fixtures, ideal for mixing up your favorite cocktails. Your dinner parties are complete in the formal dining room with a beautiful fireplace, landmarked windows, and an original built-in hutch for entertaining. Ascend to the third floor to discover the extra-large primary suite, illuminated by an oversized window, fireplace, a seating area, and a custom walk-in closet with built-ins and a makeup/dressing area. Head to the rear of the floor to access a second bedroom utilized as a two-desk home office/lounge with ensuite marble bathroom with radiant heated floors. The fourth floor features two generously sized 3rd and 4th bedrooms, and a 5th bedroom acting as an outfitted home gym. A laundry room was installed on this floor for convenience. Another marble bathroom with a soaking tub and radiant heated floors completes this level of the home. As a bonus, the home offers a renovated basement with a dedicated laundry room equipped with an LG washer and dryer, refrigerator, wine fridge, and custom built-in cabinetry. Additionally, this level offers a movie/game room with skylight, custom sound system, and ample closet/storage space. All this on a quiet block in the heart of the landmarked Lefferts Manor known for its stately and in-tact late 19th/early 20th-century ornate homes, ideally situated just a few blocks from Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, the B/Q express trains with a 30-minute commute to midtown Manhattan, and all of the coveted local neighborhood eateries like Camillo, Names, Bonafini, The Bobbed Bandit, Hamlet and Mockingbird. This exceptional townhouse is a rare offering, a blend of historic character, and contemporary luxury in a stunning and desirable neighborhood aptly referred to as “Brooklyn’s Best Kept Secret.”