Just what you need when you're trying to make a decision is to have another variable thrown into the mix. That's what happened yesterday when we found another house that immediately became a strong contender.
Here's what the newcomer has going for it:
- Built in 1949
- Very private cul-de-sac on a bluff
- Living space: 2514 square feet
- Lot size: .58 acre (25,264 sf)
- Sprinkler system
- Deck, patio and small front porch area
- Gorgeous landscaping
- Fantastic view of the downtown skyline
- Built-ins
- A round kitchen
- An existing suite for me
Yes, that's right...a ROUND kitchen. It's the coolest thing you've ever seen, and it would be the perfect spot for a Saarinen tulip table or a Noguchi Cyclone. The best thing, though, is that it's already been restored and is move-in ready. Take a look.
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| Stone and wood exterior |
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| Upper deck off living area |
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| Lower patio in front of walk-out basement |
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| Top tier of back yard |
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View from deck
(no neighbors...just woods) |
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| More yard down that hill |
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| Wall of windows from in den looking onto the upper deck |
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Formal living room
(which we would open up into the den to make one large room) |
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Dining room with built-ins
(which would become a study) |
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| Round kitchen |
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| Kitchen built-ins |
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| Coral and turquoise master bath |
Gardens, round kitchen(!) lovely, but I prefer the first one - even though I know it's in pretty dire condition.
ReplyDeleteWhat I love about the first one is that it was such a true custom mid-century home (much more so than the second one), but when I think about all the money and time we'd have to invest in repairs and construction of a house for me, I cringe a little,
DeleteI'm in love! Really, this is an incredible find.
ReplyDeleteThe landscaping alone makes me swoon. The other house would have to be completely landscaped from scratch, because they've let everything either die or get so overgrown that it needs to be torn out.
DeleteI think the too bad house just lost.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful house. The lot is similar to what I had in VA and the outside of the house minus garage much the same also. Forget the rest though -- my place was no where near as nice. Great find.
The lushness of the whole lot is a big selling point for me. Interesting that your house in VA was so similar.
DeleteWow, what a choice! The first one would be a labor of love, but oh my, so much labor! The second house would never have as much personality, even with the round kitchen and retro-licious bathroom, but what a lush, stunning landscape to enjoy right away! If I could afford the time and money, I'd love to bring that first house back to its original glory and create a unique, more xeric landscape to surround it.
ReplyDeleteYes, that first house is simply begging for drought tolerant native plants...grasses, yuccas, salvia, a cactus here and there. Those plants would be perfect with the style of the house.
DeleteDid I read, an existing suite for you? Fabulous! Love it and couldn't walk away from that bluff location. Whichever you choose will be incredible. Love the kitchen also. Keep us posted.
ReplyDeleteYes, the second house already has a perfect space for me. That's a real selling point.
DeleteThat kitchen is the bomb, Dana! Wow! My Saarinen tulip breakfast table would be right at home there. :) Seriously, this place is gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteThat cabinetry is amazing. The three doors on the green side open into a huge walk-in pantry. Your table would be perfect in that room.
DeleteLove the colours, shapes - round kitchen! and of course that superb garden!!
ReplyDeleteThe garden is even more breathtaking in person than in pictures. I love it!
DeleteThe yard and the round kitchen are fantastic, but as far as I can tell the rooms seem a bit small. I like the other house better. It has so much more character and original architectural details..and that tile!
ReplyDeleteThat tile is what dreams are made of!
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