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$1,639,000

Active

Listing provided by Marlow C. Harris, Windermere West Metro

3

Beds

5

Baths

2,070

Sq Ft

228

DOM

Ask Austin

About this property.

Amazing waterfront property on Beach Drive, with protected views across the street from Weather Watch Park. View orca, sea lions, otters, seals and eagles from your front yard! Reminiscent of an Italian Villa, this opulent stone manse presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for lavish living. Take advantage of multi-zoning, L3, Residential and Commercial. Set up to use as both an elegant single-family home or close interior doors and have two fully-contained units. Live on one floor and rent out the rest of the house for extra income. La Villa Rustica is a palatial residence w/marble floors & fireplace, overflowing with crystal chandeliers and golden flourishes. True chef’s kitchen w/ Viking gas range, refrigerator, microwave & dishwasher, classic cabinetry & granite counters, plus a built-in professional pizza oven. Main floor has office (or 3rd bedroom) w/bedroom suite with sandstone shower worthy of a Roman emperor. Upstairs can be a separate suite or an amazing primary suite with balcony and Puget Sound views. You'll love the elegant Roman fountain in front and the small patio with bar and room for a barbeque and entertaining in back. Original house built in 1918, with major updates by previous owner in 2000. Huge two-car garage+workshop, plus laundry and storage. Live in this grand home or use as a long or short-term rental or take advantage of the corner lot for future use. Protected views as across the street is beach access and a city park, Weather Watch Park.

Property details.

Property TypeResidential
Sub TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1918
Lot Acres0.08
List Price$1,639,000
Original List Price$1,650,000
MLS StatusActive

Features.

Interior

Second KitchenBath Off PrimaryDbl Pane/Storm WindowDining RoomFireplaceFrench DoorsJetted TubWalk-In Closet(s)Water HeaterWet Bar

Exterior

Stucco

Heating

DuctlessForced AirHeat Pump

Cooling

DuctlessHeat Pump

Flooring

MarbleSoftwoodStoneVinyl Plank

View

MountainsOceanSea

Site Features

Cable TV,Fenced-Partially,Gas Available,High Speed Internet,Patio,Shop

Agent information.

List AgentMarlow C. Harris
List OfficeWindermere West Metro
Austin Hudspeth

Austin Hudspeth

Licensed Broker · John L. Scott Real Estate

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Listed by: Marlow C. Harris, Windermere West Metro

Courtesy of Windermere West Metro

Source: NWMLS, MLS#: 2479940NWMLS

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