374 WASHINGTON Avenue

This stately four story Clinton Hill townhouse, circa 1880, is a peerless example of late Victorian architecture. With 25 feet of frontage extending to 76 feet deep on 3 floors and set on an extra deep lot, it has all the detailing and grandeur associated with the Age of Innocence.

The parlor level entrance opens to a dramatic vestibule with a splendid staircase leading to the upper floors. The parlor floor, with its 14 foot ceilings, consists of a living room with inlaid cherry-wood floors, and period plaster details; a formal dining room with wood-burning fireplace and an enormous splendid eat-in kitchen. The kitchen boasts custom cherry-wood cabinets, marble countertops, center island, Italian backsplash tiles, water filter, garbage disposal, pantry, stainless appliances, with a 48 Viking stove, radiant heated floor with fossilized limestone tiles, and surround-sound speaker system. From the kitchen there is a servant's stair leading to a large private home office on the next level.

The 2nd floor has a master suite with original details, sitting room, and walk-in closet, en-suite bath with radiant heated floor, soaking whirlpool tub, and a steam shower with twin rain shower heads. The family room is on this floor as well, with a wood-burning fireplace, beautiful wooden mantel with pier mirror and full bath. Also on this level there is a home office, laundry room, and a half bath.

The top floor offers three bedrooms, two baths, and a den, with full staircase to roof with bulkhead. In addition to the owner's triplex, there is a large well appointed garden apartment accessed through a separate outdoor entrance. Off the kitchen is a large Ipe deck descending to a sumptuous patio with surrounding garden plantings and water features.

The building mechanicals are all updated and include new climate controlled boiler, hot water heater, electrical wiring and panels. There is central air throughout. The rear of the building has a fire escape, and there is an operable sprinkler system in the hallways.

This semi-detached home is located on one of the most beautiful Washington Avenue blocks, affording easy access to the restaurants and shops of Fulton and Dekalb Ave. and the nearby farmer's market, the Brooklyn Flea, and Ft. Greene Park. Do not miss this rare opportunity to own this unique home in a most vibrant and desirable neighborhood.