229 Nelson Avenue, Peekskill, NY 10566

Property Description

Queen Anne Free Classic Victorian awaits new stewardship, situated in the historic Nelson Avenue-Fort Hill district of Peekskill. Your heart will be captured by the period millwork and ten-foot ceiling height through-out, parquet flooring and a generous entry foyer and quintessential Victorian ceramic tiled fireplace with pellet insert. Victorian home devotees will appreciate the entry hall hand carved oak wood staircase with original stained glass landing windows, a showstopper for sure. This home features a tower/turret area spanning the 1st, 2nd & 3rd floors accented by a witch's cap are all hallmarks of 229 Nelson Avenue. Original woodwork and flooring throughout the home, views of the staircase from the living room, dining room with original ceramic tiled fireplace and built-in china cabinet with leaded glass doors, powder room, a butler's pantry with under counter wine cooler, a chef's kitchen with large pantry with servant stairs to the upper floors and lower level, there is a door from the kitchen out to rear garden. A legal six bedroom converted to a five bedroom to make for a second-floor sizable primary suite with a walk-in closet, private bath and tower sitting room with the 3rd authentic ceramic fireplace, there is an additional bedroom on this floor with built-ins and a full bath. The legal third floor has two bedrooms, office space, and ample storage rooms. The location is ideal in the heart of the historic district, walk to restaurants, shops, public transportation, schools, parks, libraries and more. You can reduce the taxes by $1725 if you qualify for STAR.