Most people keeping up with home or clothing design trends are now familiar with the terms “coastal grandmother”, “grandmacore”, or “grandpa chic.” These trending, but actually more-so timeless, aesthetics take on comfort, nostalgia, and collected charm and have been gaining popularity for the past few years.
This circa-1899 Upper Manhattan brownstone embraces the patterned, warm, and lived-in elegance that grandparent-esque design represents. Public records show that the home was listed in March 2022 for $6.25 million but was withdrawn shortly after without a sale. Now, it’s back on the market seeking $5.5 million.
Upon entering the five-story townhouse in Hamilton Heights, the eye is immediately drawn to the houndstooth marble floor in the parlor and stained glass windows, which are classic Gilded Age staples. They continue into the great room through paneled wainscoting, the antique French carved mantel, and soaring ceilings. The aesthetic, with floral wallpapers and mixed-matched china, brings to mind having a cozy cup of tea at grandmother’s house or a grand holiday party for all.
The 25-foot-wide townhouse spans five full floors, offering over 6,400 square feet of interiors and an additional 2,100 square feet of outdoor space. The chef’s kitchen has pine cabinetry with granite countertops and an eat-in kitchen that opens to the backyard. If that’s not big enough, a dining room that can comfortably seat 20 shows this house is ready host. On the third and fourth floors, you’ll find the primary suite, additional en-suite bedrooms, and across the hall, a cherry red library with built-in bookshelves and a fireplace.
Hamilton Heights, named after one of the Founding Fathers, boasts all kinds of grand historic residences and mansions, and as part of Harlem, it has been home to many famous musicians, including Count Basie, Duke Ellington, and Billie Holiday. If you’d like to move into the neighborhood, Jessica Chestler & Ben Jacobs of Douglas Elliman holds this delightful listing.
