Can a home exude a shimmery glow and still be tastefully understated? Absolutely -- 724 Decatur radiates just that. Built in 1895 in the Renaissance Revival style, and now restored beautifully and respectfully -- keeping its character and history alive while injecting chic modernism for livability and peace of mind. Live the lux-life in your 3 bedroom duplex and collect rent from the spacious garden apartment. The triple-parlor floorplan features five original mantles, three sets of pocket doors, handsome crown molding, medallions, pale oak parquetry and strip flooring, original window and door trim -- and these historic details are all the more gorgeous supported by new plumbing and electric, new windows, new roof and new kitchens and baths and much, much more. Entering the foyer, the original graphic-patterned encaustic tile floor is showcased. The interior woodwork has been stripped and refinished to a pale mahogany, and the original parquetry floors have been given new life without sacrificing their lovely patina. The pocket doors leading into the front parlor have unusual asymmetrical glass panels -- but the main focal point is the columned mantle with overmantle. Moving through the center parlor to the rear parlor is the south-facing dining room. With a second original mantle bathed in sunlight, this room will be a place memories are made. French doors to the rear deck and garden further bring the outdoors in. Just off the dining room is the modern, yet charming kitchen. The bespoke cabinetry is British Standard by Plain English, and the backsplash and countertop is honed Carrera marble with an apron-front sink. Form and function are indulged with the black Lacanche Cormatine Dual Fuel range featuring an electric convection oven and gas cooktop. It's a chefs dream along with the integrated Leibherr refrigerator/freezer and integrated Bosch dishwasher. Located just off the kitchen -- but with just enough privacy -- is the guest powder room. A restored JL Mott sink and bronze base makes a room that is too often an afterthought, a true feature. JL Mott manufactured the Cadillac of sinks in its day and the new custom brass hardware adds distinctive 21st century flair. Heading upstairs there are three bedrooms and two full baths where the architectural details are as intact as they are on the parlor floor. Each of the large rooms has its own original mantle, ceiling medallions, wood window and door trim, and original floors. The primary suite encompasses the two front rooms separated by a set of pocket doors. The ensuite bath is built for two, featuring a custom marble vanity with double sinks outfitted with brass Waterworks hardware. The double shower features twin brass rain shower heads, and radiant heated marble hex floors will keep you cozy all winter. The secondary bath features another restored JL Mott sink with custom brass hardware and a restored clawfoot tub. The spacious garden unit is a fully renovated open plan. The final of the five mantles is the focal point of the large living/dining room. French doors lead into a good-sized bedroom with exposed brick, and the all new kitchen includes rich blue cabinets, an integrated dishwasher and butcherblock countertops. Beyond the kitchen is a bonus room that is large enough to be used as a second bedroom, office or mud room and features French oak wood flooring. 724 Decatur Street is located in Bed Stuy at the border of Bushwick, minutes aways from the JZ train and a short stroll to the AC and L trains. Saratoga Park and Marion Hopkinson Playground are each three short blocks away. Enjoy the best eateries, bars and shopping of both neighborhoods such as Sonora, Lady Moo Moo, September Café, The Tiny Cupboard, Maya Fusion Café, The Evergreen, Love Nelly, Little Skips East to name a few. Several grocery stores, an organic market and other daily conveniences are all within a block or two; plus a plethora of shopping on Broadway.
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