Property Description

This 1939 Renovated cottage in the Marina Historic District is a short walk to Atlantic Avenue, the Intracoastal Waterway, and the magnificent Delray public Beach. Delray is a charming town with exciting shops, restaurants and endless entertainment.It is easily accessible to Palm Beach international Airport.This charming residence has been beautifully renovated and expanded in 2014 by local builder Curtis Meade and historic architect Roger Cope.Key features include:- Hurricane- impact windows and doors- Victorian metal shingle roof- Elegant Victorian wrought iron fencing at the front of the property Key features include:- Hurricane- impact windows and doors- Victorian metal shingle roof- Elegant Victorian wrought iron fencing at the front of the property- Authentic Dade County pine flooring and original tongue-and-groove cypress walls/ (beadboard ceiling in the enclosed front porch).- Upgraded tiled bathrooms: two featuring glass shower doors and one with a tub- Spacious expansion that includes a modern kitchen with an oversized island, dining area, and media/sitting space- High ceilings complemented by beams and woodwork crafted from reclaimed cypress from the original structure. Tile flooring and stainless steel appliances, including a KitchenAid gas stove and dishwasher, enhance the kitchen's appeal. Custom cabinetry with lighting and a vintage built-in cabinet with glass doors complete the space.- Exquisite Carrara marble countertops and backsplashes/stove surround- Convenient laundry room adjacent to the kitchen, with washer and dryer included- Cozy working wood fireplace-Sliding doors seamlessly connect the living room to the porch area- Solar tube installed for enhanced natural lighting- Enclosed backyard with two entry gates and a backyard that could potentially accommodate a pool- Two trellises providing shade over outdoor patio and barbecue areas, plus a canvas awning over the garage entry decking-Attic access with blown-in insulation SPECIFIC DETAILS:The owner can provide all building plans for the 2014 renovation and the most recent insurance 4-point inspection dated November 9, 2023.AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING:The installed unit, maintained semi-annually by Astro Air since 2014, includes a new compressor from 2016 and an air handler in the attic. A separate 3.5-ton split system for the garage area was installed in 2017 (Pioneer). The attic features blown-in insulation, with additional FPL discounts available due to insulation. Hurricane windows and doors are installed in the main house, and while the garage has hurricane windows, the historic garage door and Dutch door remain. Hurricane mitigation has been applied for insurance, with installations completed in 2014. Wooden shutters are attached for decorative purposes in accordance with historic standards. The rear windows date back to the 2014 renovation by SWI, and windows in the historic front portion were installed in June 2017 by Prestige.ROOF:The main house and garage feature a Victorian metal shingle roof, with a newly structured roof and hurricane straps added during the 2014 renovation. Hurricane insurance mitigation for roofing has been approved. Ametco completed the garage roof in 2016.UTILITIES:- FPL electric: lines were buried during renovation; new panels and wiring comply with 2014 codes- FPU gas: KitchenAid stove connected, with lines running to the laundry room, installed during the renovation with new lines buried from the main front line at the street, alongside new meter and tankless water heater.- Wi-Fi/Cable: Conduits for lines buried during the 2014 renovation. Cable-ready though currently utilizing T-Mobile wireless for internet and television services.- Access to city water, waste management, and sewage services.FENCING/TRELLISES/YARD:The entire rear property is enclosed with entry gates on both sides. An antique wrought iron fence secures the front, complemented by trellises over the side gate and over the grill/deck area, along with

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