1007 Baxter Ave Louisville, KY 40204

Stately Victorian Era home beckons you to the Original Highlands with it's unbelievable charm and ambiance. You won't want to leave this exquisite home. From the moment you enter the front door you know you have stepped into something special. The perfect blend of original and updated Every corner is filled with something special. Updated lighting gives a contemporary flair to this gorgeous home. All hardwood floors except the bathrooms! 9 Foot 3 inch ceilings throughout the first and second floor create such a spacious and light filled environment! The kitchen is especially delightful with classic white cabinetry including some glass front cabinets and open shelving! The black granite is the another classic touch. For the chef there is an unbelievable Butler's pantry reminiscent of Downtown Abbey! It's huge with lots of shelving and space for all types of kitchen staples and small appliances. The show stopper is a fabulous sun room off the kitchen for intimate dining! It's a contemporary glass structure designed to flow beautifully from the kitchen and overlooks the charming courtyard backyard. It's the heart of the home and the current owners spend lots of time in this cheerful space! There's a full bath located off the sun room complete with granite counters. The brick courtyard feels very quaint and old world European. The garage roof is even trimmed with colorful mosaic tiles similar to the style of Spainish artist, Gaudi. There are so many intricate details tucked in where you least expect it. The second floor offers the primary bedroom with a lovely rooftop deck perfect for enjoying the bustling city and romantic evenings. There are 2 additional bedrooms on this floor which feature large windows, hardwood floors and lots of built ins to display books or collectibles. The full bath has primary bedroom access as well as a hall entry. The third floor is the another charming space with a walk in cedar closet and 2 bedrooms that are currently a perfect artist's studio and a charming spacious entertainment/family room. It's not just the aesthitics that have been beautifully maintained. This home has only had a few owners in it's 119 years and it shows! Not only is it attractive but attention to detail is noted inside and out. Some of the many special details are: updated windows, whole house has been tuck pointed, there are two almost new heat pumps that provide the AC for the first and second floors and serve as an auxiliary heat source for the whole house. The original hot water boiler provides clean, efficient heat that is favored by the owner. The courtyard is all brick and landscaping surrounded by a brick and iron fence which requires no grass cutting! The garage is spacious and provides tandem parking for two vehicles and is easily accessed from the alley. The garage roof has arbors for planting and a beautiful mosaic tile border. The second floor deck was designed with a contemporary flair and permitted by the city. The electric service and the hot water heater are updated. You will find that this home has been loved inside and out! There is no deferred maintenance. It's a truly majestic home with all the charm of the era plus the updates to live comfortably today! The home is zoned OR-1 which includes the ability to apply to become an Airbnb. Incredible opportunity to own a piece of history that is museum quality!