Description
Howard Cottage is being offered for sale for the first time in 24 years. One of 13 cottages by famous architects of the 1920’s, this grand three-story Tudor style property features an elegant extensively remodeled residence. Howard Cottage is now a blend of old-time elegance and updated remodeling. Its first floor has special customized hardwood floors. The magnificent great room has French doors and windows letting light flow onto the magnificently decorative hardwood floors. Highlighted by a gas fireplace and crown molding, this room will be the heart of your new home. A formal living room with built-in corner shelving and French doors occupies one side of the main floor. An elegant library complete with special custom cabinetry, leaded windows, and French doors open to the back patio. The kitchen with high end appliances and Italian stone floors is set off from the great room. Its bay window looks out on a charming bubbling fountain. The first floor has a chic powder room and laundry facilities plus another half bath. A winding staircase highlights a painted trompe l’oeil tapestry in the style of The Girl with a Swing by Jean Fragonard. The second story landing opens to a large primary suite with its own built-in cabinet and gas fireplace overlooks the backyard. Two charming seating nooks are highlights of this light-filled space. The large and sunny primary bathroom features two separate sinks and closets and soaking tub plus walk-in shower. Two other spacious bedrooms, both ensuite, and a linen closet, complete the second floor. Continue up to the third floor for an office/bedroom with built in cabinetry and annex, and a charming extra bedroom with room for twin beds and a dresser. Both bedrooms (and all the bedrooms) are ensuite. The backyard was extensively remodeled by the current owners in 2000. Its private light-filled space has a stone patio and outdoor fireplace plus BBQ. The lawn and fully mature trees and gardens are highlighted by a small pond flowing into a waterfall and shady nook for enjoying the afternoon breeze. Across from the property is a two-car garage and an extra adjoining parking space. There is room for parking in front of the property which also includes a Tesla charger. The amenities of this property allow free access to the new pool across the way at the Langham Huntington Hotel. All of this awaits the special buyer who acquires Howard Cottage.
