The two-story Victorian at 1468 Henry Clay Ave. in Uptown New Orleans is the polished portrait of a stately home.
Viewed form above, the home has a commanding spot near Audubon Park and St. Charles Avenue.
Double galleries on the front of the 1888 dwelling, screened porches on the side and thoughtful landscaping all around combine to create a prime living space near Audubon Park, just steps from St. Charles Avenue.
The five-bedroom, three-plus-bath home has more than 6,500 feet of style, substance and graceful living, with plenty of bonuses to boot for $1.995 million.
A wide front porch, complete with a charming wicker swing, is a great landing spot for guests at this Uptown home.
The wide front porch, a welcome landing pad for entry to the home, is flanked by tall windows with working shutters.
A light-filled foyer, anchored by a window-edge staircase, is the first space inside the home.
Behind the leaded-glass front door, the side hall is a light-filled space that draws visitors into the home, with the rising stairs on the right highlighted by a duet of windows.
The double-parlor living room has access to the side screened porch, creating a multi-faceted entertaining space.
The formal living room to the right, lighted by the floor-length windows on the front, includes two fireplaces and rich wood floors, plus a pair of matching medallions on the ceiling. The grand space flows through a pair of glass doors onto the screened side porch as well as into the dining room.
The handsome dining space has large windows and a bayed wall for interest.
Light-filled with a bayed wall, the dining room is an elegant space for more formal meals.
A passageway or butler's pantry is laden with storage and situated off the kitchen and breakfast room.
The generous island makes for extra seating in this gleaming kitchen, peppered with stainless appliances.
A burst of color, courtesy of the fanciful light fixtures, perks up the combination kitchen and breakfast room of the home.
The kitchen, a deft mix of surfaces, tiles and stainless appliances, is the backdrop for the dramatic lights over the island and breakfast area. In addition to the extra seating at the island, a handy window seat, with extra shelves, plus access to the backyard make the area a center for family activity.
A den, rich with shelves and cabinetry, could also be used as a first-floor bedroom with an en suite.
Also on the first floor, a den or library (as it is used now) could also serve as a guest bedroom, with access to a full bath. A half bath rests under the rear stairs just off the kitchen.
The main sleeping chambers are on the second floor, along with four bedrooms and a bonus room.
Expansive and elegant, the primary suite enjoys access to the front upper gallery as well as a side screened porch.
The primary bedroom, on the front of the home, takes advantage of the second-floor gallery. The en suite, in white and muted gray tones, is replete with a soaking tub, walk-in shower and double vanity.
A taste of Southern style, this upstairs screened 'sleeping porch' is a picture-perfect place for reading or enjoying an afternoon.
The primary also has access to both the side screened porch and one of the additional bedrooms, which could be a great spot for a home office or nursery.
Two additional bedrooms share a hall bath, plus a bonus room with abundant cabinetry and the laundry facilities.
Dappled sunlight creates an appealing private spot in the rear yard.
Outside, brickwork carves elegant spaces in the landscaping for plantings, which provide a verdant backdrop for enjoying the outdoor water feature. A garden shed is a also neatly tucked into the rear yard.
The home is listed by Margaret Stewart, of Latter & Blum | Compass, (504) 616-4154.