Iconic century home in a prime Hillhurst location. Situated on a 35 ft x 135 ft lot across from a massive green space and set behind a boulevard of lilacs and trees. The craftsman curb appeal with charming front porch veranda offers an idyllic perch for a morning coffee, and a splendid setting to soak in the south sun. With brick features and wood siding and soffits, this 1.5 story is a postcard-perfect century home, with modern improvements that retain the heritage style. An upgraded full-wood door enters the front foyer with a mudroom vestibule. As you step inside you are greeted by a spacious landing that showcases the newel post with a classic tiffany lamp built-in, to the open staircase. The main floor family room features a nuevo-inspired art deco surround fireplace insert. There are soaring ceilings with a flat finish and molding detailing. With gleaming hardwood floors throughout the main, and original wood baseboards, window casings, door frames, brass knob hardware, and vintage air grates. This home has maintained its character perfectly, yet provides new windows (main floor), exterior doors, roof replacement (2018), upgraded electrical, water tank, and furnace. There is a fabulous main floor den or office with park views and a functional kitchen with stainless steel appliances, plenty of cabinet space, and room for a banquet table or breakfast bar. The spacious dining area is lit with a designer chandelier and gorgeous wood frame french doors open onto the large back deck and a beautiful backyard. Fully fenced and landscaped, this property has gorgeous gardens and a detached single-car garage. With three bedrooms upstairs, and closet space that exceeds many if not most new homes today. There is a full bathroom upstairs and a full bathroom in the basement, with a lower-level laundry area and a massive cold room. There is ample storage and indeed room to develop a lower-level recreation room if desired. All in this awesome location moments to SAIT, Riley P ark, Kensington, Shopping, Transit, NW Medical Centers, All levels of Schools, close to the river pathways, and the Downtown. This is a great opportunity to own a historical home that doesn’t compromise modern needs and offers all the ease of inner-city living. (id:44663)
