2105 E Highland Drive Seattle, WA 98112

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2105 E Highland Drive Seattle, WA 98112

This stately home is on a lovely, leafy-green corner lot with mature trees and plantings. Each room in this home has been carefully restored and rejuvenated. The utmost attention to detail has been taken to ensure the home remains true to its classic period style, while wired internet and solar power embrace the modern era.

This majestic staircase was hand-crafted by master artisans from another time. It has been restored to the highest quality standard.

Rich oak paneling and heavy box beam ceiling provides a sumptuous feel to a true formal dining room. Period lighting, cut-glass pocket doors and a hand-painted wooden panel. Note the beautiful antique chandelier with the tulip motif.

The living room is a literal work of art. The hand-crafted cabinetry, with leaded-glass cabinet doors and original hardware, are the perfect complement to the original tulip-designed stained glass windows. The open flow of the floor plan, invites guests to explore each room and discover artistic treasures. Mature greenery is out every window. The southern and western-facing windows provide abundant light.

Another vantage point looking north. The large brick fireplace anchors the room. Note the gleaming hardwood floors and oak trim.The oak hardwood floors were replaced or repaired as necessary to ensure uniformity throughout the home.

This light and bright chef's kitchen is a delight to work in. The bar is a perfect place for young helpers to work or for friends to gather and keep the chef company. The windows face East for glorious sunrises.

The charming kitchen nook is a sunny, south-facing room for meals and gatherings. It overlooks the Tuscan patio. The beautiful wood framed picture windows add warmth to this room.

Beautiful oak staircase was built by hand with exquisite attention to detail. Truly a masterpiece.

The formal landing features a two-tier, Regency-style, bronze chandelier with alabaster shades. The large windows face north out to the terrace. This wonderful secret garden overlooks the street and treetops; providing a tranquil setting to enjoy an afternoon or evening. The elegant balustrade was just meticulously restored for safety and freshly painted. It is a lovely period detail. Just around the corner is the laundry room-featuring an aqueous ozone laundry system-03 Waterworks. This home also boasts solar power.

The primary suite provides a calm, light-filled sanctuary.

The sitting room and library is adjacent to the primary suite. It overlooks the play area and faces East for morning light.

Extensive attention to period detail was taken when designing and installing the built-in bookcases. Everything from the cast iron fireplace insert to the Italian marble tile and milk-glass hardware are historically consistent.

Stunning primary bath was installed in 2017-2018. Designed by Marvin Anderson Architects, it features spectacular marble floors, a vanity with two sinks, a large walk-in shower, a 6' elegant double-slippered claw-foot bathtub, a private water closet, and a linen cupboard.

The custom window shown was meticulously and artfully crafted. Using a combination of kiln-fired art glass and etched glass in hand-picked colors, this stunning embodiment of period styling perfectly showcases the antique Czech glass pendant light fixture.

An elegant, 6' long double slipper, clawfoot cast iron tub, featuring Rohl Edwardian Series tub filler and a hand-shower in polished nickel.

The Italian marble floors feature radiant heating and are warm to the touch. Most bathrooms throughout the home are equipped with Rohl fixtures.

The second floor has two other spacious bedrooms and a second 3/4 bath. The corner rooms look out at sky and greenery.

Extensive structural work was required to convert the attic into a generous, vaulted-ceiling private suite. A substantial new floor platform was engineered and constructed with a combination of steel beams and heavy wood timbers. The new attic suite is now accessed by a traditional staircase that blends seamlessly with the home's existing architectural period details. Period-style millwork was used to create a seamless integration with the original detailing.

Another view looking west. Skylights fill this area with sunlight and sky. It is light and airy- the windows open for fresh air.

This is the office centered around a beautiful window- as a nod to the heritage of the home.

Meticulously designed, the third floor suite includes a bedroom (or flex room,) a full bath, an office space and a comfortable living room area. It has an enormous amount of finished storage under the eaves.

A view of Lake Washington and the Cascade mountain range.

The lower level of the home has also been thoughtfully designed. A cornerstone is this wonderful antique back bar, reclaimed from an old hotel in Ocean Shores, Washington. The large room has beautiful cabinetry throughout. The hallway leads into two other bedrooms and baths.

This is one of the lower level bedrooms. Quiet and peaceful. Fantastic ceiling height.

This wonderful child's play area has organic cedar play chips and is fully fenced. The two car garage is adjacent.

As you pass by the Tuscan herb garden and approach the patio... An idyllic place for entertaining.

This lovely patio and garden is done in a Tuscan motif as a nod to the original owner. Custom steel pergola, window protection and gate were made by a local metal artist. Note the detail of the brick framing the pavers as well as the buff decorative gravel which adds warmth to the patio area.

Closer up of the custom pergola and wonderful wisteria. A delightful place to dine and entertain.

The gardens of this home are exquisite. Lovely plantings and mature greenery surround the home creating an in-city oasis.

This stately home has mature trees and elegant grounds. A magnificent Redwood is a designated Heritage Tree-is an occasional home to bald eagles.

Owners installed the solar panels to be green and more efficient with heating. Please see the next graph which illustrates the monthly power production.

Estimated Power Production from Solar Panels on monthly basis.

The beautiful cherry blossoms frame 21st Avenue East - Spring has arrived!

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2105 E Highland Drive

Seattle, WA 98112

$4,700,000

Residential

5 Beds

4.00 Baths

6500 SqFt

Active

This 1915 turn-key brick Georgian residence was built by Victor Voorhees for olive oil importer John Vittucci. The interior spaces boast elegant finishes, built-in cabinetry and original oak paneling typical of fine homes of this period. Historical Renovations Architect, Marvin Anderson, remodeled the primary bath and closet as well as converted the attic, to a light-filled habitable space. The primary bath touts a vaulted ceiling, a striking hand-crafted stained-glass skylight, walk-in shower and elegant claw-foot tub. The grand entrance foyer features a magnificent hand-hewn oval-spiraled oak staircase. This four-story mansion has been meticulously updated with solar panels while remaining true to the history of this stately manor.

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Property Features

Community: North Capitol Hill
Multi Level
View: City
View: Lake
View: Mountain(s)
Cable TV
Deck
Fenced-Partially
Gas Available
High Speed Internet
Patio
Sprinkler System
Bus Line Nearby: Yes
Exterior: Brick
Roof: Composition
Parking: Detached Garage
Year Built: 1915
2024 Taxes: $33824.00
Listing #: 2211075

Lot Details

Lot Size: 0.21 acres
Alley
Corner Lot
Curbs
Paved
Sidewalk

Appliances That Stay

Dishwasher(s)
Disposal
Double Oven
Dryer(s)
Microwave(s)
Refrigerator(s)
Stove(s)/Range(s)
Washer(s)

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Interior

Ceramic Tile
Fir/Softwood
Fireplace
Hardwood
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Walk-In Closet(s)
Water Heater
Cooling: Window Unit A/C
Heating: Radiator, Radiant
Natural Gas
Solar PV
Fireplaces: 2

Community Features

Park
Playground

Schools

District: Seattle
Elem: Seattle Public Sch
Middle: Seattle Public Sch
High: Seattle Public Sch

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206-395-4584

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