ONCE IN A LIFETIME takes on new meaning at 293 Saint Joseph Avenue. Inspired by 1920s and 1930s Italian and Spanish Revival architecture, the residence was rebuilt from the studs and expanded in 2008 to create a home with the soul of another era and the comfort of today.
More recently, the chef's kitchen and primary bath were remodeled, delivering modern function and luxury without sacrificing the home's period character-----The home's authenticity is evident in reclaimed Tuscan roof tiles, Italian Noce travertine, true terra-cotta, hand-cut Moroccan marble mosaics, mahogany millwork, hand-built cabinetry, period-i
nspired solid-brass lighting, copper gutters with ornate solid-brass straps, custom wrought iron, and Dornbracht fixtures. In an amazing gesture to achieve perfection, walls were first laser-leveled to remove any imperfections before ultimately hand-plastering all interior and exterior walls, an artisan touch rarely seen today---This aesthetic harm
ony gives the home a depth and permanence nearly impossible to reproduce today-----Three wood-burning fireplaces warm the living room, family room, and the private primary suite, a gracious retreat featuring its own cozy den, elegant bathroom with floor-to ceiling glass tile and custom walk-in closet-----Outdoors, the home lives even larger, like o
ver 4,500 sq ft., a heated, arched loggia designed for year-round dining opens to a resort-style backyard with an infinity spa spilling into a gracious salt-water pool with sun-ledge, firepit, and romantic fourth fireplace-ideal for quiet evenings or memorable gatherings-----Lush landscaping and incredible-raised gardens wrap the property front to
back, enhancing privacy while the homes timeless architecture is gracefully presented with old world gates and wrought iron detail. The finished garage is complete with a built-in Liebherr Fridge, charging station, cabinetry, and attic storage-----Set on a premier hilltop lot in the coveted Estates Section of Belmont Heights, a beach enclave of Lon
g Beach, this residence offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle--just a short stroll from dining, boating, beach, concerts in the park, the farmers market, award-winning schools, and more. Truly one of a kind, virtually impossible to recreate and even if you could come close, it would cost so much more. (Currently 3 bd w 2 full ba and 2 half bath - pot 5 bedroom 3 en-suite, and pool 1/2 bath).
