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 The magnificent French architectural façade lends a majestic presence to this historic mansion in the style of a French chateau.
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| An antique French iron lantern hangs above the front door, illuminating the classical carved stone tympanum and corbels which form the distinctive entry to the home. |
A dramatic Entry Foyer with tall arched doorway, elegant wrought iron and glass double door, welcomes you to the mansion.
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The exquisite oval skylight above the three story grand staircase provides natural light and highlights the circular staircase with a French-style balustrade and classic hardwood floors throughout the public rooms.
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The grand scale Living Room is beautifully proportioned with tall French doors, hardwood floors and an antique marble fireplace - a perfect setting for gracious entertaining.
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The charming formal Dining Room features a marble fireplace, mahogany paneling, and a hand painted new ceiling. Tall French doors open onto a newly-built limestone terrace and gardens.
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The newly created spacious Kitchen/Family Room is now the heart of the house. It was transformed from a series of small rooms into a bright and generous space for today’s “family-inspired” style of cooking and socializing.
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The kitchen has state-of-the-art appliances, including a La Cornue range with dual fuel ovens, twin Bosch Integra series dishwashers, family sized, subzero refrigerator with additional GE Monogram refrigeration drawers and a convenient Marvel temperature controlled wine storage unit in the bar area. The kitchen has been designed by Dan Phipps, well known for his expertise in creating efficient workplaces for the cook as well as "liveable" spaces for a family.
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All new custom cabinetry in hand-painted strie is complemented by stained walnut cabinetry in the large island with highlights of walnut burl.
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The countertops and island are exquisite slabs of honed Calacatta di Sfonda with a dupont edge profile. The Breakfast Area has a custom beige soft leather built-in banquette. A large Walk-In-Pantry provides ample space for the organized home chef.
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The bright and open Family Room opens onto the kitchen and allows for conversations with comfort and convenience. A built-in TV and wall system are on one side and two French doors open onto the newly built limestone Terrace and Gardens. Dining on the terrace becomes an elegant option!
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An exquisite small Powder Room behind the grand curved staircase has a fanciful hand painted Chinoiserie on a rich green background telling the story of “The River” with figures, temples and bridges. A marble vanity add another layer to the look of antiquity and richness in this jewel-box.
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| The entire home has been outfitted with a Lutron Homeworks Whole Home Lighting System, allowing programmable control of interior and garden lighting from anywhere in the home. One button creates moods for entertaining, or for quiet evenings and family dinners. At the end of the day, touch one button and the lights dim gradually without fumbling for switches. Touch one button when leaving for vacation, and the system replays normal, everyday lighting patterns for a realistic, lived-in look. |
| An inconspicuous yet effective security system monitors activity via a network of motion sensors and sensors on at-grade doors and windows. |
| The home features ceiling speakers in several locations in comtemplation of a distributed audio system, and has been pre-wired for audio, video and CCTV with RG6 and cat5e wiring in the walls to convenient locations ready for termination in the rooms. |
Two coat closets in each side of the front door and a back staircase complete this floor.
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