1375 Dean St

Welcome to the iconic Elkins House! This pre-civil war 1850's house, the oldest townhouse in Crown Heights, stands as a rare architectural link to Brooklyn's pre-industrial past. An individually designated Landmark, it is also recorded as the last remaining country villa in Crown Heights by the National Registry of Historic Places. A masterful restoration into two stately condos saved it from severe deterioration and near ruin and won the prestigious 2019 NYC Landmark Preservation Award. Expect to see the perfect fusion of preservation & innovation throughout this enormous 5-bedroom, 3 bath duplex complete with 3 stunningly lavish private outdoor spaces. Unit A is a property that needs to be seen in person to be truly appreciated. Enter via the astounding wood porch into the Great room, grand enough to accommodate formal dining, comfortable living, and an incredible chef's kitchen and island. Grounded by the warmth of wide-plank oak floors, a gas fireplace is juxtaposed with the original exposed brick walls and exposed striking patina steel beams - an inventive design emblematic of the industrial modern aesthetic so beloved in Brooklyn today. At the center of this room is the oversized designer kitchen that integrates perfectly through a combination of matte white lacquer cabinets custom made by Leicht, a high-quality German cabinetmaker with black slate Neolith countertops, and a large dining island is the perfect spot for casual dining and entertaining. Appliances are of equally high quality and include a 5-burner Bosch range with a vented pull-out Miele hood, Fisher and Paykel French door fridge, oversized Krauss stainless sink, and Travertine backsplash. Two bedrooms on this floor offer great light and the opportunity for a home office, separate den, library, or media room and/or guest room. A full bath on this floor offers a timeless decor that includes a Cintered Carrara marble wall, oversized gray Heath ceramic subway tiles, black slate floors, and a glass enclosed walk-in shower. Each room has its own French door access to the extended private rear deck that overlooks the tranquil backyard and which provides an intimate space for outdoor dining and BBQs or entertainment of larger groups. Head down the poetic staircase made from the salvaged original studs into the generously-sized family lounge space. Adjacent you will also find large closet spaces and an additional room with oversized washer and dryer that is perfect as yet another office space or kid's play room. The two bedrooms on this floor provide ample space for king-sized beds. The Primary bedroom offers an oversized walk-in closet and an astonishing ensuite master bathroom. An additional bathroom stands adjacent to the 2nd bedroom with a similarly elegant and distinctive design. Each of the bedrooms have Mahogany French Doors that open to the unusually large, 25ft wide private backyard garden oasis, where giant rocks are woven into the landscaping like sculptures. The original bluestone that was once the foundation of this house now forms the retaining wall of the yard. Begin and end your days swaying on a rocking chair on the truly unique historic front porch. Additional features include multi-zoned central heating and cooling, Toto wall-hung toilets, Kohler Purist fixtures, custom Mahogany doors and hardware, Lutron dimmer switches and designer lighting throughout. Taxes and common charges are extremely low and rival that of neighboring townhouses. Situated on a beautiful, tree-lined, quiet block, close to charming coffee shops, restaurants, and vibrant art spaces, come be part of history in the neighborhood's most beloved house. The apartment is fully FURNISHED. Can be rented unfurnished. Lease can be available for less than a year.