Upon entry you have a thoughtfully tucked in kitchen supplied with stainless steel appliances includes a gas stovetop with plenty of custom cabinetry and granite countertops accented by a mosaic backsplash. The light filled living room opens out to the first of two private outdoor spaces. The Spanish-tiled patio makes for an ideal entertaining space with the beautifully landscaped garden that becomes an extension of your main living area.
The primary bedroom has two well placed windows that open to the private garden giving you gorgeous natural light and a nature view. Positioned right off the primary bedroom is the first of the two full bathrooms with detailed tile work and a shower/tub combo. There is also a vented in-unit laundry closet as an added convenience.
On the lower level, is a tiled floor full den with a separate windowed room that serves as a multi-functional space with optimal storage alongside the existing reading nook. The second full bathroom on this floor offers a walk-in shower combo. The second floor also offers another private patio that is accessed through the windowed room.
The 8-unit building is nestled on a tree-lined block in the heart of Carroll Gardens, providing the perfect sense of tranquility and convenience. Local staples along the likes of Frankies 457 Spuntino, Mazzola Bakery and Court Street Grocers are nearby. Transportation, including commutes to Manhattan, is convenient by having access to the F, G and R lines close by. Ownership of 127 4th Place, Apt 1B allows you to enjoy all that the neighborhood has to offer.
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Filled with charming churches, whose ringing bells punctuate the days, together with quirky boutiques, trendy bars, Italian bakeries, and restaurants featuring a wide variety of cuisines, with an emphasis on traditional Italian cuisine, Carroll Gardens maintains a sense of Old World charm. While most of the restaurants are small and family-owned, there are Michelin-rated restaurants for those special date nights. Abundant coffee shops and bakeries ensure you are never far from a tasty pastry and your next cup of joe.
Unlike many neighborhoods, Carroll Gardens has an impressive array of grocery stores, including the popular Court Street Grocers. While Carroll Park is the main green space, located in the heart of the neighborhood, there are other parks, such as the Brooklyn Bridge Park, Cadman Plaza Park, and Van Voorhees Playground, all within easy walking distance.
Court and Smith Streets are the main commercial areas, packed with bakeries, intimate bars, unique boutiques, and small mom-and-pop Italian cafes, many with sidewalk or patio seating. Court Street has most of the older businesses that have operated for generations in the same location. Smith Street has more trendy establishments.
If you are looking for a neighborhood that is quieter and less congested, Carroll Gardens might be a perfect fit. It is a great place to raise a family, with good schools and safe streets. It is the type of place where you will know the names of your neighbors and the owners of the shops and restaurants you frequent. It is a great walkable neighborhood for retirees, and an easy commute into the city for young professionals. The streets are shady and tree-lined, and many feature brownstones and townhouses that sport sizeable front gardens, adding to the natural charm of the neighborhood.