3108 Mount Rainier Dr S, Seattle, WA 98144

Gracefully sited on two, verdant, sunny, corner lots, this impeccable 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom, G.W. Stoddard masterpiece was designed in 1924 for he and his wife to live. The home harkens back to a more genteel way of life. The brick-lined entry path meanders past a hedge of sasanqua camelias, a noble cherry tree, and flower beds of woodland perennials on the way to the arched front doorway. Warm-hued hardwoods welcome you in the foyer and continue throughout the main floor. To the left, passing under a carved archway, the cathedral ceiling of the living room is a----WOW! An impressive, 18th Century French, crystal-laden chandelier dominates above, while a massive, two-story arched window floods the room with sunlight and stunning views of the front gardens. The marble surround of the wood-burning fireplace holds court on the south wall, with a delightful sunroom office to the left, and leaded-glass French doors to the right, leading to a private sunny patio. Not to be outdone, the living room flows to a gorgeous barrel-vaulted dining room. West-facing leaded-glass windows capture sunsets year-round, but the real magic comes from another set of leaded French doors that open to the "sparkling green jewel of Mount Baker". Bluestone steps lead to 11,000 sqft. of mature specimen plantings, a fuchsia garden, double-blossom Mt. Fuji cherry trees, perennial pop-ups, and endless seasonal treasures. The garden has been thoughtfully planted and lovingly maintained for generations. Just off the dining room is a glorious chef's kitchen. Maintaining the original flavor of the home, exceptional care was taken in it's renovation to create a very modern, highly functional kitchen with Meile appliances, soapstone and carara marble counters, a prep area with an ingenious "rinsing-sink", and traditional glass hardware and fixtures. It is stunning. Also on the main floor is a gracious Master Suite with its own foyer with abundant storage. The sunny main bedroom is wrapped in windows and rich cream carpeting. The full bathroom has a luxuriously deep tub with new fixtures. The second bedroom also houses the second washer/dryer and the leaded windows bring the gardens indoors. Upstairs, two fun bedrooms are warmed by golden, clear fir floors, and enjoy views of the gardens and Lake Washington. They share a large sitting room/playroom and a very big full bathroom with claw-foot tub. There is also extensive storage upstairs, or room to expand. The daylight lower-level has high ceilings and is dominated by a big, open rec-room with a zinc craft sink. Included downstairs is another washer/dryer laundry area, a shop, the furnace room, lots of storage, an attached 1-car garage, and a door leading to the one-of-a-kind "Catio".