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Fabulous University Park Tuscan Style Mediterranean on a Gorgeous 70′-Wide Lot

Situated in prestigious University Park on a gorgeous 70’-wide lot, this fabulous Tuscan style Mediterranean residence with a Barrel Clay tile roof has wonderful drive-up appeal. Details include 10-foot ceilings, spacious entertaining rooms, gleaming wide-plank hand-scraped hardwood floors, hand-trawled walls, deep cove and rope molding, gorgeous wrought iron detailing, custom mahogany cabinetry and doors, fabulous limestone, granite and Spanish tile and sound system speakers throughout. The sophisticated three-story home offers 6,605 square feet, five bedrooms, five full and three-half baths, five entertaining areas, three dining areas, four fireplaces, a wet bar with wine room, covered patio with outdoor fireplace, landscaped backyard and a two-car garage.

The dramatic front foyer gleans with 10-foot ceilings trimmed with deep cove and rope molding and an iron chandelier, wide-plank hand-scraped hardwood floors and a staircase with gorgeous wrought iron balusters leading upstairs to the second level. The foyer is flanked by arched entries to the formal rooms, both with views of the front landscaped grounds, and also leads to the rear of the home. Graced by an elegant iron-and-crystal chandelier, the exquisite dining room is spacious and also leads through a butler’s pantry to the kitchen. Centered by a cast stone wood-burning fireplace and flanked by bookshelves, the elegant living room also showcases light-filled Palladian windows and flows to an adjacent study. Also featuring Palladian windows, the study is capped by hand-painted ceiling tiles with an iron-and-crystal chandelier and also flows through a wet bar with wine room to the great room. Fully equipped, the wet bar boasts richly stained mahogany custom cabinetry, granite counters with a travertine backsplash, an antique hammered bar sink, wine cooler refrigerator, glass front top cabinets and a refrigerated wine room, with hand-carved mahogany-and-glass double doors and abundant wine racks. Crowned by a beamed ceiling, the oversized great room is also appointed with a cast stone wood-burning fireplace, with a raised hearth, and is flanked by richly stained custom mahogany cabinets with abundant storage. Richly stained double hand carved Mahogany French doors open to reveal a covered veranda. Arched entries also lead to the kitchen and breakfast area. The professional chef’s kitchen showcases granite counters with a travertine backsplash, premier stainless steel and paneled appliances, an antique hammered copper farm sink, expansive island with an iron chandelier and breakfast bar, butler’s and walk-in pantries and a large breakfast area, which is replete with an antique Italian wood chandelier and a wood-burning fireplace, featuring a ceramic tiled surround with a Spanish tiled raised hearth and a wood-carved mantle. Nearby is a large mud nook area, with built-ins, and an adjacent private office, which houses a large silver closet and built-ins with a desk area. A back staircase also leads upstairs to the second level and two elegant powder rooms round out the first floor.

Second level of living is equally impressive. Topped by a tray ceiling and centered by a limestone-surrounded wood-burning fireplace, with a wood-carved mantle and a flat screen television above, the luxurious master suite is oversized and also showcases a sitting area and elegant drapery. Crowned by a barrel-vault ceiling with an iron-and-crystal chandelier, the stunning limestone master bath is also appointed with His and Hers vanities with antique copper hammered sinks, a fabulous antique copper hammered soaking tub, separate double steam shower with limestone and glass mosaic tiles, and His and Hers huge walk-in closets. The additional three bedrooms are generous-sized and also feature elegant travertine baths with large walk-in closets. Perfect for relaxation, an oversized media room or playroom is vaulted and also boasts stylish drapery, a flat screen television and an elegant powder room. On the third floor, an oversized guest suite is replete with a vaulted ceiling, neutral carpeting and an elegant full travertine bath.

Outside, the immense covered veranda sets the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining and features Spanish tile floors, a bead board ceiling with ceiling fans, recessed lighting and sound system speakers, a cast stone wood-burning fireplace, with a raised hearth and Spanish tiled surround, and also overlooks a lush landscaped backyard with beautiful trees, a built-in grill area and a dog run. A two-car garage with an automatic gate completes this fabulous residence. Additional amenities include stucco and stone exterior, copper gutters, wood and iron fence, ceiling fans, abundant storage space, and a security and sprinkler system.

Spectacular University Park  Traditional with a Stone Exterior on a 175’-Deep Lot

Co-Listed by Kim Jacobs Calloway and Brenda Nelson

Situated in prestigious University Park within the award-winning Armstrong School District, this spectacular traditional residence with a stone exterior is nestled on a 175’-deep lot with a circular drive and fabulous drive-up appeal. Built by builder Charles Barnett, the design elements in this sophisticated home are unparalleled. Details include 11-foot ceilings downstairs, spacious entertaining rooms, hand-trawled walls, deep molding, wrought iron detailing, lighting treatments, natural Conrad blinds, and fabulous granite, marble and travertine throughout. The fabulous two-story manse offers 5,388 square feet of living space, five bedrooms, five full and two half baths, four entertaining areas, two dining areas, two fireplaces, a wet bar with wine room, front veranda, covered patio, pool and spa, and a two-car garage with an automatic gate.

Enter to a dramatic two-story entrance hall, which gleans with stone color hand trawled walls trimmed with deep molding, an oversized iron chandelier, hand-scraped hardwood and travertine patterned floors, and a staircase which leads to the second level. A wrought iron-and-wood balcony also looks down to the first level. Providing for great entertaining flow, the front foyer leads through graceful arches to the formal rooms, the study and to the family room. Centered by a cast stone wood-burning fireplace, the formal living room is spacious and also features gleaming hand-scraped hardwood floors, deep molding, and also provides views of the front landscaped grounds. Hand-scraped hardwoods continue in the private study, which is capped by a richly stained cross beamed ceiling with a wood carved chandelier and also showcases a wall of richly stained bookcases and a built-in desk area, both with grass cloth accents, and double French doors opening to a covered front veranda. French doors with leaded glass panels also allow entrance to the room. Graced by a stunning Italian wood chandelier, the formal dining room is also appointed with hand-finished walls and also flows through a butler’s pantry to the kitchen. Crowned by a wood beamed ceiling, the professional chef’s granite kitchen boasts an oversized island with bar sink, premier stainless steel appliances, including SubZero, Wolf, KitchenAid, Bosch and GE, a large walk-in pantry, oversized bar serving area to the family room and a large breakfast area, which is replete with an iron-and-crystal chandelier and also provides scenic views of the patio. Adjacent is an office, which is accented by built-ins with a desk area. The kitchen and breakfast area also opens to an oversized family room, which showcases a wood beamed ceiling and a stone wall featuring a wood burning fireplace, with a raised hearth and a special-finished wood mantle, and is also flanked by built-ins. Light-filled windows with Conrad natural blinds yield natural light on the hand-scraped hardwoods, and a door also opens to the covered patio. Conveniently serving the area is a wet bar with granite counters, an antique copper scalloped bar sink, a GE Monogram stainless steel wine cooler and an ice maker, and a 400-bottle refrigerated wine room. Two powder rooms, both with elegant black granite counters, complete the first floor. Speakers for selected sound are also featured throughout the home.

Second level of living is equally impressive. Crowned by a vaulted ceiling, an oversized game room is perfect for relaxation. The game room houses hand-scraped hardwood floors, storage closets and built-ins with space for a flat screen TV. Down the hall, the luxurious master suite’s credentials include an oversized bedroom, which is crowned by a pop-up vaulted beamed ceiling with deep molding, hand-scraped hardwoods, a flat screen TV and also opens to a private iron-grilled balcony. Topped by a barrel vault ceiling, the exquisite marble bath is also appointed with hand-finished walls, his and hers vanities, a jetted tub, separate double steam shower and his and hers huge walk-in closets. The additional four bedrooms range in size and style, some with vaulted or pop-up ceilings, bookcases or desk areas, hardwoods or neutral carpeting and all with fabulous travertine or granite full baths. A fully equipped utility room boasts granite counters with travertine floors, a stainless steel sink and also provides room for a full-size washer and dryer mounted over a drain area. Outside, the covered patio sets the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining. The spacious patio features stone and brick walls with arched entries and a wood-burning fireplace with a raised hearth, a bead board ceiling with ceiling fan, flagstone decking and a built-in KitchenAid stainless steel grill with storage. Additionally, the expansive patio overlooks a fabulous pool and spa with flagstone and limestone decking. A two-car garage with built-ins and an automatic gate completes this fabulous residence.