Magnificent Estate High Above the Ohio River. Tudor Home surrounded by 5+ Acres of Gardens and Lawn . Minutes from Downtown Louisville . This lovely home, designed by architects Nevin and Morgan in 1937, exhibits a period charm not found in todayandquot;s architecture. The Flemish bond brick exterior, the exquisite moldings and millwork of the interior and the stately size of the rooms are magnificent! The formal living room displays some of the hallmark features of the Tudor period: decorative leaded celerestory windows, raised panel wainscoting below the windows, beautifully ornamented fireplace mantel and paneled door passageways. The banquet-sized dining room is ideal for entertaining or large family gatherings. This house was featured in Behind Closed Doors II, which offers glimpses of Louisvilleandquot;s finest homes. The library lies behind the center hall, and accesses the terrace and gardens through French doors. A breakfast room with original cabinetry and a comfortable sitting room are located near the kitchen, powder room and side entry. There is a real cookandquot;s kitchen with Viking professional range, Northland designer series refrigerator with matching beverage and wine cooler, ample cabinetry and hardwood countertops. The master suite includes a large bedroom with fireplace and a wall of custom cabinetry, adjoining bath and large connecting bedroom used as a sitting room. Four additional bedrooms and two baths are located on the second level. The third floor contains one large and two smaller bedrooms, a full bath, craft or wrap room, and TV room. A cobbled pathway leads to the broad limestone terrace at the back of the home, which overlooks the formal English garden. A screened porch off the living room accesses both the terrace and gardens. The formal gardens with boxwood hedges are beautiful throughout the year. The carriage house adjacent to this home includes a two-room apartment over the four-car garage. Library chandelier, silver sconces in dining room, and master bathroom mirror do not remain. No sign on property. FEATURED IN KY HOMES AND GARDENS MAGAZINE MAY, 2011.
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