136 Rutland Road   Unit HOUSE

Heritage well preserved -- 136 Rutland Road.

136 Rutland Road is located on one of the most picturesque blocks in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens Historic District. This single family Brownstone with abundant light boasts three full floors of finished living space in a traditional layout, a full cellar, south garden, front and rear bay windows, loads of original elements, a new kitchen, and much more.

Entering through the leaded glass front door with "136" emblazoned in gold script, your first view is the stately bannister with milled fret work, hinting at what's to come. Wainscoting runs around the hall and up the staircase. Passing through the 6 panel pocket doors into the parlor, you see the old-world craftsmanship. Soaring barreled ceilings, large Baroque medallions, and 2 original custom milled mantelpieces with hand tossed porcelain tiled hearths have all been kept and preserved. Both the front and rear parlors have 3 faceted bay windows -- they're separated by double French Doors surrounded by windows -- allowing light and air to flow through the rooms. The rear parlor and library feature beautiful views of the south facing garden.

The traditional Brownstone layout features the kitchen on the garden level with direct access to the sunny garden -- perfect for hosting outdoor barbecues. The sprawling, brand new kitchen mixes well with the antique surroundings -- custom cabinets, Carrera marble counters and the high end stainless steel appliance package makes entertaining easy. The front room on the garden level room features more period details -- mahogany bordered parquet flooring, another custom hearth -- and makes for an excellent entertainment room. And the first of your two full baths is on this level, very convenient for those backyard picnics with friends.

The top floor has the sleeping quarters, and they are massive. The Master Bedroom overlooks the garden and is flooded with morning light. Your walk-in closet is