34 Fort Charles Place

Rarely Available Marble Hill Two-Family Home! Discover this meticulously restored 1920 Victorian gem, offering a blend of classic charm and modern convenience. The home welcomes you with a shared foyer that overlooks a beautifully landscaped front garden. Step through an original wood door into a spacious inner hallway, where an original staircase leads to the upper level duplex apartment. The top-floor duplex features two bedrooms and one bathroom, bathed in natural light. The open-concept kitchen and living area are designed for effortless flow, with pocket doors adding a touch of elegance. The kitchen boasts ample counter space, abundant storage, an electric stove and a side-by-side refrigerator with ice and water dispenser. Sparkling granite countertops with both under the counter and above cabinet lighting and a Carrera marble backsplash. Thoughtfully placed skylights brighten the Carrera marble shower, while the bathroom also features a Carrera marble sink and backsplash. Additional highlights include convenient in-unit laundry facilities and a large walk in storage closet. The main-floor duplex currently offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms, along with a living room, dining room with woodburnning fireplace, eat-in kitchen, and laundry room. Enjoy direct access to both levels of the backyard, which can be easily connected to the garden-level in-law suite to create a three-bedroom, three-bath unit. Alternatively, the top-floor apartment can be converted into a one-bedroom, offering the flexibility to create a spacious four-bedroom, three-bath owner’s unit as your needs evolve. The garden level suite feels like a large studio space, complete with an eat-in kitchenette featuring butcher block countertops, a tile backsplash with under-cabinet lighting, a deep farmhouse sink, and a refrigerator. A sliding patio door opens to the covered area of the backyard. This level also includes a full bath and the beginnings of a steam room and sauna, needing customization. The two-level backyard is a fantastic space for entertaining, featuring a charming patio directly off the living room, connected by a spiral staircase. The lower level is designed for hosting, with a dining table for eight, an outdoor bar with seating for four, a fire pit area, and a covered seating space. An outdoor kitchen equipped with a built-in grill, sink, and refrigerator completes this entertainer's paradise. This home offers flexibility, style, and a delightful outdoor space for creating lasting memories with family and friends. Transportation couldn’t be better. 2 subway lines (the A and the #1 trains), express bus and the Metro North train station are all within easy walking distance. Seller is a NYS licensed real estate associate broker.