3237 Lakewood Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144

At last! Homes like this beauty are the reason people choose the understated elegance of Mount Baker. Set high on one of the most coveted streets, this stunning 1924 center-hall, renaissance-style home has the spacious grandeur and classic details of a larger estate, yet is perfectly proportioned and updated for today's busy lifestyle. Sweeping 180-degree views of Lake Washington stretch uninterrupted from Mt. Rainier to Mt. Baker. As you ascend the winding staircase, a canopy of Rhododendron opens to abundant gardens. The lush, layered landscaping is carefully designed to provide optimal beauty and privacy for this unique street-to-street property. Past the classic portico entrance, step inside and notice the sunlight. It's everywhere. Gorgeous, tall, leaded-glass French windows line every room and fill the entire house with sunshine and airy lightness. The impressive grand entry, with central staircase and wainscoting, stands at the center of the circular floor plan, while inlaid wood floors complement the finely-designed details throughout the house. The expansive formal living room, with Batchelder-tiled fireplace, spans the width of the home and has large, triptych-style windows on both sides. The south and east facing Sunroom, with wall-to-wall wrap-around windows, has been used for everything from a quiet reading retreat to a dazzling martini room for party guests - and everything in between. The wainscoted, formal dining room has a beautiful simplicity and symmetry, and with the kitchen just steps beyond, it feels right for any size gathering - whether it's just family or a large dinner party. The bright and beautifully updated kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an adorable, 3-sided breakfast nook wrapped in windows and large enough for friends - definitely "Sunday brunch" worthy! Rounding out the main level is an exquisite powder room bathed in Carrera tile, intricate marble flooring, and a pedestal sink with black granite countertop and crystal legs. . Upstairs, the east-facing master suite is fronted by windows and has gorgeous views of Lake Washington, Andrews Bay, and the Bellevue skyline. A large, private dressing room with built-in closets also has large windows, beautiful lake views, and a Juliet balcony. A smaller dressing area, featuring built-ins and a view window, leads to the master bath with original period tile, a deep tub, original millwork, and pedestal sink. The second bedroom also has large windows with beautiful views, but as incredible as the view seemed from inside, once you walk out the side French door, your huge, private, outdoor deck provides a panorama of lake and mountain views as far as the eye can see. The third bedroom has big windows with pretty, west-facing views. The second floor bathroom has original period tile, pedestal sink, and original millwork. The massive, full-height lower level has beautiful, large, sun-filled windows and extensive wainscoting, millwork, and built-ins. There is a large media room with fireplace, guest quarters, a large laundry/utility room, and endless storage. Don't miss the unassuming door that leads to a full-height underground tunnel - that leads to a staircase - that descends into a cavernous, L-Shaped underground garage with plenty of space for two cars, every project imaginable, and again, endless storage. A garage door provides access to the street. The back of the property has a beautiful staircase that winds through a grassy knoll and ends at a lovely back portico with traditional entrance. Slate paths, carefully selected ornamental trees and shrubs, delightful plantings, and side fencing provide privacy and beautifully finish this rare property.