226 10th Avenue NESt Petersburg, FL 33701Sale Price: $1,925,000

Under contract-accepting backup offers. This incredible 1915 home of distinction with a multitude of stunning upgrades nestled in the heart of the Old Northeast neighborhood invites you join in the gracious charm & luxury and of a bygone era. The renovation of this classic home was a delicate balancing act-weighing the push of historical preservation against the pull of contemporary inspiration. The home was built in 1915 as a single family residence and then converted into a multifamily dwelling It was divided into 3 apartments. When the current family purchased the home and the transformation process was tasked with restoring the home to its original purpose. The goal for both the architecture and the interior was to pay homage to the homes period roots without capitulating to a mundane exercise in historical literalism. The renovation was a labor of love conjuring an environment anchored in the past but animated by an exuberant contemporary spirit with the space offering generously scaled rooms. The residence has 2 gathering rooms, one with an original wood burning fire place that is adjacent to the dining room. The overall palate is decidedly neutral evoking one of calm and with extraordinary natural light. The chefs gourmet kitchen is beyond magnificent with the marriage of custom crafted cabinets to the pearlescent Quartzite countertops, a 6 burner Viking stove and other high end appliances with a counter bar that accommodates 5 people. There is also and additional breakfast space that overlooks the pristine back yard. The homes laundry area and 1/2 bath are directly off the kitchen tucked into a very private area of the home. The upper floors are both calming and incorporate a bath for the children and a luxurious primary suite complete with a stunning spa the bathroom renovation has a farm house sink as your vanity sink wrapped in African mahogany and a very ample walk in closet. The children suites have a jack and Jill door between them. In addition, the second floor hallway also has egress to a front and rear Juliette balcony. The third floor can be used as a private retreat for a yoga studio, a zen meditation room, play room for the children or a place to just have some peace and quiet. The additional residence above the oversized garage would be the perfect place to invite guests to have their own 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom suite or a rental residence garnering in excess of $2000 a month. The lush backyard has new sod, an irrigation system, and a plentitude of space perfect for a pool and parking for 5 vehicles. Walk, don't run to preview this home! This is the home you have been looking for to enjoy family life in a very special neighborhood.