530 36th Avenue E

Seattle, WA, United States

Appliances

Disposal, Double Oven.

Interior features

Bar-Wet, Cathedral/Vaulted/Trey Ceiling, Security System, Walk-In Closet.

Exterior features

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View

Bay View, City View, Lake View, Mountain View.

Description

Upon a prominent Washington Park parcel with commanding views of Lake Washington and the Cascade Mountains, this British manor was built by a seamless collaboration of craftsmen, architects and designers using the finest materials. The entry gardens are wrapped by a hornbeam hedge, boxwood hedges and a magnificent wall of antique aggregate balusters flanked by brick piers. The sand set brick terrace and motor court are secured by an auto gate and wrought iron pedestrian gate. The handsome facade is characterized by a steep slate roofline, bold brick chimneys, dark cedar vertical siding and contrasting cornice, and an oreille window as a focal point. The massive entry door, with its Gothic arch and delicate fillagree, opens to the vestibule, and then to the formal foyer. Here, the home’s unparalleled richness in time-honored finishes is at once apparent with the limestone floors and handcrafted moldings. An ellipse ceiling dome marks the entry to the great drawing room, with its tall ceilings, walls of leaded windows, wide-plank pecan floors, inspiring scale and natural light, and of course, the beautiful lake view. An egg-and-dart molding and fireplace are fine details, and a walnut wet bar is cleverly concealed behind a hidden wall. The dining room is grand and intimate. It is warmed by an 18th C French fireplace with cast-glass mantle and a 19th C brass and crystal chandelier illuminates the space. A nearby powder room is embellished by silk wall covering & a John Lambert glass sink. The library serves as the family room off the kitchen and offers a comfortable social space with stunning surrounding design. French polished walnut millwork includes paneled walls, beamed ceiling and a broad Gothic arch as repeated through the home. Limestone floors and a Louis XVIII limestone mantel add to the ambiance. The kitchen is well-situated to take advantage of the glorious views through its many windows, while custom cabinets provide ample storage. A sizable marble and walnut island includes a copper sink and includes seating space. The focal point of the kitchen is the LaCanche range-oven nestled in a copper niche with walnut arch surrounds. In addition to the LaCanche, appliances include Subzero refrigerator freezer, two dishwashers, and Viking wine refrigerator. A large breakfast room is finished with tall leaded windows and a door opens to the expansive view terrace with built in barbecue, ideal for outdoor dining. Also featured are a butler’s pantry, walk in pantry, powder room, and mud room, all beside the two-car garage access. A handsome staircase ascends to the second floor landing and window seat with bullseye glass window. The primary bedroom suite features cathedral ceilings, a view balcony with arched French doors, 19th C walnut fireplace, and an expansive dressing room. The bathroom is modern in style and is finished with limestone. The shower room has black mosaic tile and Roman style Italian marble bathtub. A steam shower and Peter David glass sinks are additional features. Two view bedrooms are connected by a play loft and a ‘Jack and Jill” bathroom, and another bedroom includes its own bathroom. Also located on this level are a sound-proof media room, laundry room, and a gym/play room with play loft, murphy bed and bathroom. From the landing, a circular steel staircase leads to the Ipe roof deck-the perfect spot to watch the Blue Angels, fireworks, or take in the Mount Rainier vista. The lower level is home to a beautifully finished office with Walnut paneling and fireplace. Double doors open to the nanny quarters, a legal ADU with three quarters bath, Murphy bed kitchenette and access to the covered patio. The laundry room, a large temperature controlled wine cellar and walk in vault complete this floor. The gardens of this home are without compare with regard to design and execution, and provide broad terraces from which to enjoy the Lake and Mountain views, including the dining and living room terraces and the lower lawn area surrounded by hydrangeas. A side path travels through an 18th C Scottish stone arch-transporting you to another world! Though new, this Washington Park residence has the aura of the past, with superb construction, meticulous maintenance & attention to detail. Combined with the location near Seattle’s favorite village and parks system make this a memorable and simply stunning offering.