229 Degraw Street #1

Exceptional four bedroom, three full and two half-bath condo with garage parking in prime and highly desirable Cobble Hill Historic District! One of two residences in a stately 25'x60' corner brownstone, meticulously restored in 2009 to reflect its gracious 19th C. past, 229 Degraw St offers over 4,100 SF of luxurious interior living space. Flawlessly designed with a strong sense of contemporary elegance, numerous modern amenities insure maximum comfort. A separate and gracious parlor floor entrance, generously proportioned space, coveted garage parking and a beautifully landscaped blue stone patio combine to offer the experience of Brooklyn TH living at its best. The parlor level/2nd floor with 10'+ ceilings offers expansive loft-like living space, deep espresso-stained hardwood floors, two gas fireplaces with marble mantles and an elegant powder room. The formal living room and adjacent dining room, separated by antique glass-paned pocket doors, are bathed in warm sunlight from west and south-facing exposures. The spacious, open kitchen with 6-burner Viking range, double ovens, double-wide refrigerator/freezer, two dishwashers and walk-in pantry is the heart of the home and the gathering spot for delighted guests when entertaining. Adjacent is an inviting and comfortable family room with floor-to-ceiling windows and gas fireplace, and a windowed library/office with custom built-ins, two work spaces and abundant natural light. The garden level/1st floor offers an expansive master suite, spa-like marble bath with soaking tub and separate shower, large dressing room/walk-in closet with custom built-ins, and french doors opening to a beautifully planted patio with water feature. A second spacious bedroom with en-suite, two guest bedrooms and third full bathroom complete this floor.The basement level has been excavated and offers 1,100 SF of finished living space, a playroom/den with 'eco-smart' fireplace, 900+ bottle wine storage, laundry room, gym and powder room, plus 370 SF enclosed storage room. The charming and picturesque Cobble Hill neighborhood is home to corner cafes, award winning restaurants, a vast assortment of shops along Smith St, Court St and Atlantic Avenue, open space for recreation and relaxation at Cobble Hill Park and nearby Brooklyn Bridge Park, as well as highly regarded neighborhood schools. All just a short subway ride from the frenzied pace of Manhattan!