Are you looking for a home that defies the cookie cutter rehabs so prevalent in the current greater Atlanta / Decatur market? You know, the ones that do just enough to get you in the door for a look, only to be disappointed by a lack of style, individuality and livability? If you are looking for a home that retains the quality of materials used in older builds, yet offers a contemporary layout and finishes throughout, this gorgeous open-concept renovation could be the one. This home is located in the peaceful Columbia Valley neighborhood, just far enough off of Route 20 to be quiet, yet close enough to easily reach EAV, East Lake, Kirkwood, Krog Street Market, Ponce City Market, Midtown Atlanta and downtown Decatur within minutes.
The potential for the comfort, character, flow and expression that this home offers is evident as soon as you enter. The first level, including the kitchen, living room, dining room. and a second family room are all open to each other, along with an adjacent half bath and laundry room. The attached 458 sq.ft., two car garage is lined with with built-in cabinetry with work space above.
The heart of this lovingly crafted home is, without a doubt the chef’s kitchen. The massive custom-built island is open to the kitchen, dining and living areas, with storage on both sides, an under-the-counter microwave drawer, a cooktop and oven with downdraft exhaust and stunning quartz countertops—perfect for connecting with guests. There is also a pantry, to further expand storage options.
The entire home has had the original hardwood as well as family room concrete floors restored. The addition of solid wood century-old Heart Pine multi-panel doors throughout the home creates warmth, character, and timeless style.
Heading upstairs, you will find two lovely bedrooms with ample closet space and a shared, completely remodeled bathroom. Down the hall you will pass the linen closet and enter the oversized primary suite with walk-in closet and luxe, spa-like bathroom, with huge tiles on floors and walls complementing the double vanity, garden soaking tub and frameless glass walk-in shower with rain head and separate sprayer.
This home, which was built for entertaining and a family that relishes their time together also includes a new driveway, breakfast nook, on-demand hot water, sliding doors with built-in blinds, a cozy patio and large fire pit, but you really must visit it to understand the depth of design and love that has gone into this 1960’s renovation. Outstanding!