$1,595,000 Seattle, This impressive, 6 bedroom, 2.25 bath in Seattle, Washington
This impressive, 6 bedroom, 2.25 bath, xxxx square foot,double-gabled, Arts and Crafts home was designed by architect, Edward Merritt,of the high-profile Seattle firm, ?Merritt, Hall & Merritt?, andconstructed, in xxxx, by its first resident owner, builder P.E. Wentworth.Second to enjoy this distinguished address was Real Estate mogul, JamesElliott, whose family owned the home until xxxx, subsequently helping toenshrine its historic designation as, ?The Wentworth-Elliott House?.A timeless example of quality construction and outstanding prideof ownership, this residential matriarch has, also, been lovingly andmeticulously maintained. Recent artful touches include attractive new bathfixtures (by such superb names as Kallista and Waterworks), new heatedflooring, new hardware and light fixtures, fresh paint, a newer roof, updatedplumbing and electrical systems, and a host of other smart and tastefulupgrades. Honoring the home?s charming era and architecture, many of theoriginal double-hung, wood-wrapped windows have even been painstakinglyre-fitted with brand new sash cords.Old-world craftsmanship has combined with well-chosen, modernvirtues to make this refined, turn-of-the-century residence an enduringclassic. A stately front porch belies the dramatic, 2-story entry, sumptuouslydressed in a tapestry of rich fir, from gleaming wainscoting to stout trim forwindows and doors, from thick, exposed box beams to fine staircase railings.The main level, bathed in natural light, offers a first glance atthe many spaces suited for both a comfortable lifestyle and easy entertaining,including a genteel, formal living room, and an impressive formal dining room.Upstairs, all conveniently located on the same level, are 3 of the6 bedrooms (including the large Master, with fireplace) and a stunning, new,full bath wrapped in an opulent sea of luxurious Carrera marble.A fully-finished lower level offers a 4th bedroom and astylishly re-imagined ¾ bath, plus a spacious media room and fantastic wet bar,allowing the versatility to be enjoyed as a family room, play room, guest suiteor even as a separate nanny quarters.The wonderfully-private top floor is where you?ll find the 5thand 6thbedrooms, along with peaceful, romantic views of the MontlakeCut and The Cascade Mountains.Steeped in Antiquity, yet revitalized with inspiration and talent,it?s clear that this is a home that combines a distinguished pedigree with atasteful, harmonious aesthetic. And, if every house has a story, it?s certainthat many happy chapters remain to be written at 918 East Hamlin Street.Considerate of its venerable lineage, and lovingly maintained and enhanced bythe current owners, ?The Wentworth-Elliott House? is a heritage home with arich history and a vibrant, joyful future.Listing originally posted at http