By Bonnie Roseman, April 4, 2024
By Bonnie Roseman, April 4, 2024
Original integrity abounds! Luxe renovation of this folk art inspired cottage, sitting proudly on a corner lot in University Park, one of the best kept secrets ~ a little slice of heaven with a small town feeling, just 20 minutes from the city’s center. Bordered by St. Johns, with its iconic bridge and bustling downtown, Kenton, with its retro vibe, MAX station and public library and Arbor Lodge, with both New Seasons and Fred Meyer! Sports fan, theater buff, gaga for Gilbert and Sullivan? About a half a mile away, the preeminent University of Portland offers a wide selection of athletic and cultural events, plus the new River Campus where wildlife will serenade you as you stroll along the water. A superb location!
Sashay up the steps of your one of a kind, thoughtfully finished homestead and delight in her brilliant treasures. Pause on the porch perched up above the road. Bask in the bright open floor plan and soak up the sunlight beaming in all directions through scads of divided light windows. Graced with authentic wood floors, you’ll be ready to entertain or hunker down in the warmth of your Jøtul gas stove in the spacious living room, feast with friends in the dining room and blanch, boil and braise in the gourmet kitchen of a renowned local chef, complete with a 5 burner gas stove! Oh, and do not miss the enclosed sunroom with French doors. Make your way up to the lofty lounge area, providing unusual privacy between the bedrooms. Woah, that double closet! Immerse yourself in the original clawfoot tub, which was relocated from the main floor during the remodel. Take in the jaw dropping private finished basement, with its full bath, ample space to play or study and bedroom fit for a King [sized bed]. Energy efficient mini splits provide comfortable heat and AC.
Putter in the garage. Retreat to the oversized fenced backyard with park-like landscaping- an oasis with a greenhouse, critter resistant garden bed and lots of space for outdoor enthusiasts, perfect for farm to fork living, alfresco dining and blooms and blossoms galore!