1635 Hancock St

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Renovated, restored and reimagined, 1635 Hancock St redefines townhouse living through a harmonious combination of original detail and modern refinement. Legal 2-family built in 1910, standing 18.75'x60' on a 100' lot. Configured as an owner triplex with income producing rental on the ground floor. This home presents a larger footprint to most Brooklyn brownstones.

Owner's triplex offers 3Beds/3Baths with direct garden access and storage on the ground level. This spectacular home enjoys 9.5'-11' ceilings, restored hardwood floors, staircase, moldings, exposed brick walls and beam ceilings. Four skylights energize the Upper Floor in natural light and two working wood burning fireplaces bring new excitement to the winter months.

The Parlor floor flows seamlessly from Living to Dining to Kitchen and Garden through glass French doors. Enter the beautifully lush garden with mature trees and flowering plants and discover your own private oasis. The Living area enjoys a built-in entertainment cabinet with hideaway doors and in-ceiling speakers. The Dining area features a custom built banquet with seating for ten accented by a 10-Light chandelier and cushions crafted in fine Italian wool. A sleek and contemporary Kitchen features generous storage with DuPont quartz counters, Corian center-island, elegant polished chrome hardware and GE Cafe appliances. Opposite the kitchen is a wood burning fireplace with exposed brick walls and built-in seating. The perfect place to cozy up with friends and family to roast marshmallows on a cold winter day. Parlor floor full bath features Carrara marble floors and reclaimed wood accents from a NYC water tower.

Ascend the beautifully restored staircase to the Upper Floor to find three bedrooms and two ensuite baths. The Master is magnificent. Extending the complete width of the home and overlooking the garden, it is spacious and filled with sumptuous detail. Exposed beams capture your attention with nearly 11' ceilings. The room is masterfully crafted featuring a wall of custom closets with a focus on the wood burning fireplace. Hidden from plain sight is an entertainment system with in-ceiling speakers and mini bar fridge. Additional features include a mix of industrial and vintage lighting, custom bookshelves and skylight. The ensuite 4-piece bath is equally grand and finished in Carrara marble with a double vanity and Jacuzzi tub. A unique detail is the circular skylight with wood beam passing through its center. A king-sized second bedroom flows into the study with generous storage. A third smaller room accessed from a hidden door features a desk, shelving and storage perfect for the hobbyist or quiet studying. The ensuite second bath is finished in penny tile and can be access from both bedroom and hall. The third bedroom / home office has several welcome surprises. A sky-light with expansive ceiling heights, exposed beams and exposed brick wall make it an inviting place and as configured can sleep two.

Additional features include app controlled HVAC (heating/cooling) and security system, period vents and registers, recessed lighting with programmable dimmers, (3) custom commissioned vintage style chandeliers, wallpaper imported from London, vented LG washer/dryer, garbage disposal, kitchen water filter, custom window treatments, custom hardware, flowering window boxes and so much more.

Located just a half a block from Brooklyn and 20 minutes to Manhattan by L or M subway at Myrtle/Wyckoff. Local favorites include Billy's Market, Ridgewood Yoga, Lorimoto Art Gallery, Trans Am Coffee, Trans Pecos, and Superchief Art Gallery. Nowadays, Houdini Pizza and soon to open Evil Twin Brewery are also nearby. 1635 Hancock St presents a limited opportunity to make one of the most beautiful and unique residences this side of Queens or Brooklyn yours today.