$5,995,000
2121 Kirby Drive #32s,
Houston TX, 77019
The large Foyer (19 x 23) welcomes guests as they enter from the elevator. Special features include the mock domed ceiling with faux gilt and faux marble medallion and art lighting.
From the Foyer you can see through to the Master Suite (Primary Bedroom) and the Living Room. The floors are polished travertine with granite inlay and in the center there is inlaid hardwood and variegated travertine tile that creates the "star" floor mosaic
The faux marble Doric columns accent both ends of the Foyer and have floor art lighting to display/highlight them
The expansive Living Room has wide-plank hardwood floors, a dominant granite gas fireplace (remote/control) with hairy-paw pilasters, bowed ceiling with art lighting and access to one of the two balconies.
Another view of the Living Room with arched entry to the Breakfast Room/Kitchen. In the ceiling art lighting and linear slot diffusers surround the whole room with two chandeliers, one at each end.
The views from the condo are the South, West and East which include Downtown Houston, The Medical Center and River Oaks. Opposite this end of the Living Room are two built-in lighted display cabinets with mirrored backs and glass shelves (not pictured)
A pair of antique wooden doors open from the Living room into the formal Dinning room. There is a recessed, faux gilt ceiling in a baroque frame.
The Dinning Room has hardwood floors, window seat / antique monk's bench with barley sugar columns and gothic arches. The antique doors are flanked by a pair of recessed shell-carved cabinets with Della Robbia applique.
The Kitchen boasts Venetian plaster walls, buffed / honed travertine tile floors, armoire-style cabinet for refrigerator and freezer + refrigerator and freezer drawers and a Thermador range with custom hood with "Lord of Misrule" motif.
There is a refectory table-style island with marble deck, seating and storage. The bull nose granite countertops have mosaic travertine tile backsplash with antique Italian mythological tile inserts.
The Breakfast Room with coffered ceiling continues off one end of the kitchen. Not shown is the butler's pantry at the other end of the Kitchen with walk-in pantry, bar with sink, cabinets with display shelves, granite countertops and icemaker
Den/Lounge - Parquetry walnut floor, antique pine paneling, fireplace mantel with Della Robbia carving and ram's head crest and access to the shared balcony with the Living Room.
Another view of the Den/Lounge that shows the antique pine paneling and display cabinets, antique doors into the Gentleman's (Owner's) Retreat. Throughout the condo the expansive windows have remote controlled shades that can be lowered / raised as needed.
The walk-in Bar is adjacent to the Den/Lounge. There is mirrored wall with glass shelving, marble sink deck with hammered brass sink and storage cabinets.
The Wine Vault is temperature controlled with honed travertine tile floor, walls and barrel ceiling. At present there is a minimum of 200 bottle capacity (more could be added to the built-in cabinets).
Gentleman's Retreat - or Owner's Retreat - contains concave wall with book/display cabinets, mock dome ceiling and glass front gun cabinet. There are great views of Houston from this room in particular.
Another view of the Owners Retreat with hardwood floors and art lighting. Notice the beautiful built-in cabinets all custom built on site.
The over-sized steam shower.
The fluted sink off of the Hall Way of the Private Retreat area.
The Verde marble oversized spa tub with views.
The Primary Bedroom with sitting area has faux Venetian plaster walls, access to the second balcony, entertainment center behind the oversized carved cabinet doors and outstanding views.
The blackout shades are remotely controlled. These views of Downtown Houston from the Master Suite are spectacular.
The massive antique, double wood doors with Della Robbia carving open to the Gallery and the Foyer from the Bedroom.
Primary Bath with sculpture marble floor, double sink decks, shower and tub surround. For accent there are mosaic tile wall panels used throughout the bath.
Rounded glass shower and jetted tub with more mosaic tile wall panels, two water closets and double custom-fitted walk-in closet with 2 shoe closets (not pictured).
In home Office is adjacent to the Primary Bedroom. It has custom wallpaper, built-in desk and cabinets concealed behind folding doors and a large storage closet.
The Formal Powder Room is located off of the Foyer. This is a photo of the Ante Room with variegated travertine tile floor with stone inlay and an antique console table with cabriole legs, granite deck and fluted sink.
The Hall Way leading from the Breakfast Room / Kitchen to the Informal Powder Room, Utility Room and the Guest Suite
The Informal Powder Room
The Guest Suite Bedroom is set apart from the rest of the condo unit and provides privacy along with a separate entrance off of the service area - which would be useful if this was to be used as quarters.
The Guest Bath
Description
An elegant living experience awaits the new buyer on the 32nd floor of The Huntingdon, a preferred destination in River Oaks for hi-rise luxury and convenience. This is a half floor (6,424 SF) has two balconies and stunning views of Downtown, Medical Center, River Oaks and more (South, East and West views). In addition to the Master Bedroom and opulent Master Bath there is a second bedroom/bath at the other end of the unit. The Master suite has access to one of the two balconies in the unit. There is a gentleman's study/office with an adjoining dry sauna, steam shower, whirlpool tub, etc. Adjacent to the Master Suite is another office/craft room/flexible space. The den is adjacent to the wet bar (7 x 8) and wine room with a 200 bottle capacity (minimum). Both the separate dinning room and living room are open and large with exceptional views. There is much more to see and admire. The Huntingdon remains a classic building with full service amenities and 24 hour Concierge.
Details
| MLS# | 98026449 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | Condominium |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1983 |
| Days On Site | 20 |
Features
| Bed(s) | 2 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3fb/2hb |
| SQ Feet | 6,424 |
| Property View | T |
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| Area Information | |
|---|---|
| State | TX |
| County | Harris |
| City | Houston |
| Zip Code | 77019 |
| Area | 16 |
| Community Name | Huntingdon |
| School District | 27 - Houston |
| Elementary School | RIVER OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HO |
| Middle School | LANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL |
| High School | LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON) |
| Listing VS Median (in Huntingdon) | |
Price: $5,995,000 low | high Med: $3,772,000 SqFt: 6,424 low | high Med: 4,725 $ / SqFt: $933 low | high Med: $723 On Site: 20 low | high Med: 57 | |
Listing Updated: 07/27/2020
MLS Number: 98026449Listing Provided By:
Cindy Burns of Martha Turner Sothebys