This executive level rental is located at 801 Rutland Street in the Houston Heights neighborhood, as central as you can get and therefore close to almost everything you would need or enjoy in this vibrant city. The fully furnished residence is soon to be available to those who would wish to lease a home that is finished at the highest level, move-in ready, and completely unique in Houston. Which is to say, if you would enjoy living in a modern architect's personal project home, but would prefer to lease it, this is perhaps the finest option out there! The three bedroom, three bath house at the corner of Rutland and 8th is both a wonderfully private place and perfect for entertaining. The beautiful, serene garden spaces are maturing after four years of growth and viewable from most interior spaces, including a third bedroom that could easily be used as a home office, nursery, exercise room, or studio. Total area is 1923 sf, with partially and fully covered porches amounting to 700sf more, and the home is available for between $5700.00 and $6100.00 per month, depending on lease term. Your next-door neighbor would actually be the architect/builder who, with his designer wife, is responsible for the design and execution of this still essentially brand new house, right through to custom furnishings, fittings, and artwork from their collection. At the heart of this patient project was the renovation--or rejuvenation--of the original 1915 bungalow, which started with re-making its wrap around front porch and entry hall. As the house then unfolds from the traditional entry porch and the bedroom that adjoins it, its personality then transitions to a distinctly modern, more open one. Creative details and thinking abound, not only in the making of these interior spaces and their practical considerations, but also in the connections between inside and the outdoors. Natural light seems to come from everywhere, enlivening the house throughout the day in many different ways. The house is served by natural gas for heating, cooking, and an on-demand water heater. Cooling is handled by a 3 ton, 16 SEER AC system while passive solar design details, operable and fixed skylights, LED lighting, energy efficient appliances, and excellent insulation assure dramatically little energy consumption. Avonite solid surfaces are used for countertops on completely custom bamboo plywood cabinets throughout; the kitchen includes new Maytag appliances, vent hood, lighting, and bar sink, all on refinished oak floors. Cooks will be pleased by a bevy of small appliances, kitchen tools, and the Calphalon and Cuisinart cookware. The Master Bedroom is provided with a California King Select Comfort bed on a lovely floating frame. An outdoor shower enhances the options for those who know, or would like to know the best in bathing. The Front Bedroom has a queen bed and beautiful bath with a lavatory and tub original to the home. The third bedroom is fitted with very flexible full bed/sofa and has a walk-in closet and its own bath. Electronic entertainment begins with an iPad or phone controlled 7.2 home theater receiver and surround sound design, and a new 55"Samsung Smart 3D Slim TV. A wired 40" Samsung Smart TV can also reside in any of the other rooms, connected via Comcast cable to the outside world. Finally, an important improvement has just been made! A solar array with battery storage has been installed at the house, as well as a natural gas generator, that will make power outages a virtually impossibility at 801 Rutland. Living here means you will not even be aware of a neighborhood grid failure during harsh weather events, or at least not until you notice the absence of street lights or your neighbors dark homes. Beyond that you'll simply be living a very sustainable lifestyle every day as most of the electricity consumed will come straight from your rooftop and batteries. The Owners are flexible and willing to work with tenants relative to adjustments in furnishings, artwork, and accoutrements. The home is available for terms from 3 months to 2 years, and rent will vary accordingly; $6100./mo. for shorter terms and $5700./mo. for a 2 year term. Utilities are included in the rent save for exceptional cable events and charges. Most critters are acceptable pets as long as they are quiet and do not disturb the neighbors, and live gently within the house, of course. No smoking within. Parking for three or four cars is easily provided. The secured carport and driveway accommodate two or three and an off-street space on 8th St. is fine for one more, or visitors. Help with the house is just next door, in the form of the owner, manager, and handyman! Gardens are also cared for by us.
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