1897
Tu r n - o f - t h e - C e n t u r y E s t a t e i n S e w i c k l e y H e i g h t s
The Residence at Oak Ledge 7 BEDROOMS | 8 FULL AND 3 HALF BATHROOMS Resting high on a hillside nearby the village of Sewickley, this beautiful and secluded estate is the opportunity of a lifetime. Built in 1897 and renovated with meticulous attention to detail, this historic Sewickley Heights property boasts a luxurious, designer-quality interior with approximately 10,000 square feet, a pool and a six-car garage, set on more than 13 acres of manicured gardens and pristine, rolling countryside completely enclosed by a nine-foot-high fence. A unique, partially obscured porte-cochère entry and a circular driveway create an instant appeal for this home, which offers classic period details such as cedar shake siding, a slate roof, high ceilings, custom millwork and moldings. The sunroom is perfect for morning coffee or board games; a handsome library with hardwood paneling, built-in shelving and a fireplace invites contemplation. Designed for entertaining on a grand scale, the estate features a sophisticated dining room with space for a grand 12-person table, a billiards room and a spacious formal living room with a fireplace. French doors in many of the rooms provide a seamless transition to an expansive covered porch that wraps around the home. Accented by custom made, cast iron filigree railings and hardwood floors, the covered porch is a hub of this amazing property. It offers easy access to the private motor court and leads to an impressive former ballroom/second living room that feels like the inside of a ship, as it features soaring vaulted ceilings with exposed oak beams. Leaded glass windows, a large fireplace and custom hardwood paneling add to the appeal.
Numerous outdoor seating areas on the covered porch showcase peaceful views of the outdoor living rooms, which include a small hedge maze, a bocce court, a reflecting pond, manicured gardens and a large pool surrounded by expansive stone patios. Ready for any occasion, the spacious open kitchen boasts a center island with counter seating, travertine heated floors and high-end appliances, including a distinctive gas range that recalls the time, character and place in which the estate was built. A large butler’s pantry with custom cabinetry and a sunny open breakfast room surrounded by numerous large windows are further bonuses. This turn of the century estate has been meticulously renovated for the modern family to include a spacious second-floor laundry, large bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and walk-in closets; each bedroom has distinctive features one with French doors and a private, covered patio with views of the pool. His and her master bathrooms combine the best of years gone by with modern sophistication, as it features an elegant free-standing copper tub, custom cabinetry and a walk-in shower with extensive natural stone. One of the first three Sewickley Estates, this iconic architectural property has everything that makes older homes a prized possession, such as hardwood floors and nine fireplaces, authentic Venetian plaster walls and floor-to-ceiling windows. With historical significance and enough square footage to easily accommodate the needs of multiple generations of family members, this is the ultimate legacy property.
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Liza B Christ 917.816.9955 (M) 412.939.7000 (O) lchrist@piattsir.com piattsir.com
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