626 6th Street

New! This stunning townhouse is a rare gem located in coveted Park Slope on one of its most desirable park blocks. Originally built in 1898 by esteemed Belle Epoque developer Charles G Peterson, the home boasts gorgeous Romanesque Revival architecture with neo-Renaissance accents and light-colored brickwork that was popular among turn-of-the-century townhouses in the area. For the first time in approximately 20 years, this majestic 20-foot wide property is on the market, having been lovingly restored and modernized by its current owners. With only three previous owners, this country-in-the-city manse offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of history. Enjoy the elegance of the Gilded Age in this expansive ~4,200sf+, 20' ft wide townhouse currently configured as a two-family with a five bedroom, two bathroom upper triplex and a lower one and a half bedroom one bath garden rental. Unique to the home are a center stair and many unblemished original details like mahogany and exotic woodwork, parquet floors, intricate tile work, hand-painted frescos, pocket doors, 2 wood-burning and 3 decorative fireplaces, ceiling moldings, and high ceilings throughout. The grand parlor floor boasts a ~23-foot long living room, a large reception/library area with floor-to-ceiling built-ins, and a spacious chef's kitchen with a working fireplace and seating for ten. The extra-large deck leads to a beautifully landscaped garden, perfect for entertaining in all seasons. On the second level, the oversized library features an additional working fireplace and can easily convert to an expansive bedroom suite. Classic double washrooms adjoin a second large bedroom. A modern bathroom showcases an original fresco of mer-babies on a seafoam green background. An additional large bedroom completes this level. The top floor features three more bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a washer/dryer room. The garden level offers a charming 1.5 bedroom, one-bathroom rental unit that can be recombined into a single-family home or kept as a source of rental income. Central A/C and a large basement provide additional comfort and storage. Located next to the rolling meadows of famed Prospect Park, this home is also close to the Brooklyn Public Library, Brooklyn Botanic Gardens, Sunday Farmer's Market, Brooklyn Museum, and a wealth of amenities found around Park Slope's 7th and 5th Avenues. Next to F/G trains and within close proximity to the R/B/Q/2/3 subway lines. Don't miss your chance to own a part history! Shown by private appt.