Description

2209 Monument Ave is a large, bright city townhouse with gorgeous light from a rare side yard. Its unique position beside a historic Fan church gives phenomenal views of sky, garden and stained-glass. Large, multi-bay windows have historic beveled glass and grid lite patterns. A restoration meticulously renewed many originial features: oak floors, sliding doors, brass hardware, garden access. Timeless kitchen and baths were added and systems updated. The interior has front to back open flow through the double parlors with firelplaces, a large dining room with an amazing view, and a morning room off the bright and airy kitchen that pairs pastel painted cabinets with white marble counters and stainless steel appliances. An elegant front staircase and a handy rear one lead up to a two-suite second floor. The large front Bedroom Suite has a phenomenal bowed leaded-glass window with a window bench for daydreaming over some of the best architecture on the east coast. It includes an ensuite bath, walk-in closet and a lovely fireplace. The private Primary Bedroom suite fills the rest of the second floor. A combination Bedroom and Sitting room has canted bay window with floor to ceiling drapes. It flows through to a marble bath, linen storage, and a walk-in closet. Completing the second floor is an enviable laundry room that opens to a covered porch with a balcony overlooking the garden. The 3rd floor has two more large bedrooms and bath with original tile and tub. The basement has a cozy den for movie night, half bath and storage. Connecting from the 2nd floor is a sought-after, newly renovated Studio/Office/ADU. This chic city space has a bath, kitchenette, and open studio framed by classic metal windows. The garden is an urban gardeners dream created by designer Meg Turner, and lovingly cared for by the current owners. It includes an outdoor fireplace, fish pond, a covered grotto for relaxing and so many interesting plants and nooks to enjoy. A one-car garage completes the perfect home.