257 Rugby Road

Welcome to 257 Rugby Road, a thoughtfully renovated Victorian home on a coveted block in the heart of historic Ditmas Park. A rare gem situated on a 5,000 sq ft lot with 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 2 powder rooms, a massive back yard and private driveway, it has been exquisitely redesigned to blend modern aesthetic with stunning original details. Truly the perfect size with an incredible layout and flow, this light-filled home offers plenty of space to spread out, but is not so enormous that it feels overwhelming. Five bedrooms and two full bathrooms are spaced out sensibly over two floors and offer an array of options for living and working from home. On the first level, a generously sized living room includes an elegant formal sitting area with bay windows and a striking marble mantel while a cozy den features a working gas fireplace and pocket doors. A warm and welcoming sun room is tucked along the opposite side of the house and is an ideal spot to enjoy your morning coffee, read a book or just enjoy lush garden views. Beyond these living spaces, you'll discover an open plan kitchen and dining area perfect for dinner parties and holiday gatherings. The chef's kitchen features a center island, custom cabinetry, quartz countertops and all stainless steel appliances, plus a stylish powder room outfitted with hand-printed wallpaper from New Zealand and Perrin & Rowe fixtures. Sliding doors off of the kitchen lead to a side porch and provide easy access to an enormous back yard perfect for barbecues, soccer games, movie night or even a pool and trampoline some day. On the second floor, a spacious primary bedroom with a comfortable sitting area awaits. This bedroom's luxurious ensuite bathroom has double sinks, Bianco marble wall tiles, slate floors, Kohler Purist hardware, an enclosed glass shower and separate free-standing soaking tub. A large, windowed dressing room off the primary bedroom houses custom California closets. This level also includes an additional bedroom with its own full bathroom, and a relaxing common sitting area with stunning original hardwood floors. On the top floor, you'll discover three light, bright and whimsical bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams, plus a reading nook, and a full bathroom with double sinks. All bedroom closets are outfitted with custom California Closets and these additional bathrooms have Toto toilets as well. A renovated basement is easily accessible from the kitchen and includes a half bath, utility sink, and washer/dryer with water alarm, plenty of additional storage and room for bikes, ping pong table, skis, seasonal items, and so much more. A staircase with magnificent decorative woodwork, brand new white oak floors on the first level, gorgeous stained glass in the entryway, windows on all sides, Shade Store custom window treatments throughout, brand new Mitsubishi split AC systems, and a front porch with Ipe wood make this a true dream home. Located on one of the best blocks in Ditmas Park, 257 Rugby Road feels like a country escape with city conveniences including shops, restaurants, and transportation just moments away. Prospect Park, the Tennis Center and Parade Grounds are all just a few minutes away and the nearby B/Q express trains will whisk you to Manhattan in just 30 minutes. The neighborhood's main street, Cortelyou Road, is at the end of the block and is home to a farmer's market every Sunday, the Flatbush Food Co-op, an organic market, and notable restaurants including Mimi's Hummus, Lea, The Farm on Adderley, Cafe Madeline, Pasture Burger, Manchego, The Castello Plan, Purple Yam, Cinco De Mayo and the Sycamore Bar + Flower Shop. Other neighborhood favorites include Coffee Mob, Don Burrito, Fisherman's Cove, Milk & Honey, Wheated, Der Pioneer and more. This house is a wonder and will not last! Contact us today for a private viewing.