59 mt. vernon

A large front garden welcomes you to this magnificent, South facing , single family townhouse on the crest of Beacon Hill. Built in 1837 in the Greek Revival style, the portal is beautifully proportioned and classically chaste. The pedimental lintels, the stone inserts with frieze of laurel leaves, and the grilled iron balconies compose an elaborate but refined façade. Entry foyer. Elegant curving staircase to top floor. First floor front reception room with fireplace. Lovely formal dining room with fireplace in the rear. Beautiful , sun filled double living room on the second floor, with two fireplaces, marble mantels, fine period detail and 13 foot ceilings. Handsome library with ample built-ins. Wonderful, recently renovated eat-in kitchen in the ell, with huge skylight above, and in -house office in the rear, Door to patio.Elevator to the 4th floor. Large master bedroom plus 5 additional bedrooms. Glassed in cupola on top. Walkway to the rear of the property.