276 Berkeley Pl. #HOUSE

DAZZLING HISTORIC MANSION --- SUMPTUOUS 36 FOOT WIDTH --- ROMANESQUE REVIVAL ARCHITECTURE --- A grand and elegant home endowed with the most beautiful custom millwork all in fruit woods with matching coffered ceilings, built-ins, weighted moldings, paneled and pocket doors, leaded stained glass, extraordinary mantels (3 are gas burning), quarter-sawn oak floors and the most spectacular staircase, all in flawless condition. The dramatic center stairs and oversized Venitian marble mantel highlight the grand gallery. In addition to the exquisite formal rooms there are 11 bedrooms and 5.5 baths. The original kitchen on the lower level connects to the rear garden and planted bluestone terrace. A butlers pantry replete with dumbwaiter is on the main level. The facade, with large curved bays, is Granite and Roman brick with an impressive rough cut Granite front terrace spanning the house. This marvelous residence was designed by the noteworthy architectural firm of Lamb and Rich and built in 1890 by the heir to the Royal Baking Powder Company. As if time had stood still, the enduring beauty of this splendid home remains in mint condition and is just steps to Prospect Park, Brooklyn Library and Grand Army Plaza transportation. Your endless search for spectacular space in a prime location is over.