401 18th St

Description

One of Lower Chautauqua's finest homes is now available for the first time! This stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bath custom crafted house built on 2-lots, is nestled at the base of Four Pines Trailhead. Owners have transformed this home into a sanctuary, inside & out. It captures the beauty of the outdoors by thoughtfully placing paths to tranquil settings. Fine details of functionality & artistic consideration were focused on lighting, window placement, custom trim & stone work. Design emphasis captures the unique architectural aspects around nature & natural lighting. Entertaining in this exquisite home is made easy, with a 48" 6-burner gas Viking stove & griddle, oversized Viking refrigerator, 2-ovens, 2-sinks & whole house water filtration system. Separate dining & seating offers a view through the double-sided fireplace into the great room. Escape to the spacious primary suite with a private stone fireplace, a built-in desk, seating area & shelves, a 5-piece bath & 2-separate closets, outdoor access with mountain views, a wrap around deck & hot tub. The original home ceiling beams were remilled & designed for stereo & theater cabinets. Hydronic radiant heat flooring controls the temperature & comfort throughout the home. The lower level has additional bedrooms, laundry, a full bath and mud room. The basement hosts a 3rd fireplace, wet bar, fridge & opens up to additional space for outdoor enjoyment. The landscaping incorporates an original old Maple, an American Elm & incredible boulders that were uncovered during the remodel. Raised garden beds, Apple, Pear, Plum & Tart Cherry trees, Autumn Blaze Maples, a dazzling Weeping Willow & a Japanese Maple are just a few of the mature trees around. Perennials include raspberries, lemon balm, tarragon, sage, oregano & catnip all which are abundant. This sought after neighborhood has a history dating back to the 1800's when this land below Chautauqua was an Apple tree & chicken farm, now this history is ready for a new story.