Panache on Pershing Street

Nov. 19, 2010 - PRLog -- Located in the heart of the acclaimed Watts Hillandale neighborhood, 2121 Pershing Street is a shining star in this National Historic District just west of Downtown Durham. From its painted brick exterior, outdoor living spaces, and lush surrounding gardens throughout every inch of its 3,018 heated square feet, 2121 Pershing is spectacular. Read on to learn why, and make plans now to tour this truly exceptional home!

“2121 Pershing Street is just an amazing home,” says Welsford Artz, Prudential York Simpson Underwood Real Estate Broker. “It was built in 1930, in the midst of the American Arts and Crafts era. Trust me when I say that character abounds here, inside and out. Its ‘bones’ were wonderful from the start… With the enhancements made by the current owners, it’s just outstanding! I’m excited for the lucky people who will next call 2121 Pershing home.”

So what makes 2121 Pershing so special? Let’s start with its exterior. Near Oval Park, Ninth Street, Downtown Durham, and Duke University/Medical Center, 2121 Pershing is positioned on a custom-designed homesite that includes a walled garden with fish ponds, a diverse array of kitchen herbs and perennial plantings, rain barrels, a compost area, and stacked stone garden walls. A meandering walkway beginning at the charming wrought iron entry gate and leading to the front door is composed of aged bricks recycled from a schoolhouse built in Wilson, NC in the early 1900s. Another garden path was created with recycled, mostly green, crushed glass that glistens when wet. Decorative wrought iron elements are found throughout the garden in fencing, gates, and an outdoor hearth. The rocking chair front porch has been re-surfaced and stained by the current owners in a charcoal hue; a screened porch on the lower level in the back of the home is perfect for rainy day relaxation and recreation; and a three-level deck with a built-in hot tub and a 1,000 square foot patio overlooks the landscaped back yard and regulation horseshoe pits. A computerized, organic mosquito misting system keeps mosquitoes away, yet doesn’t harm plants or animals of the two- or four-legged variety, allowing year-round outdoor living enjoyment.

Greeting guests upon entering this extraordinary dwelling is a custom front door with artistic cut glass panels and side lights, opening into a spacious living room with a remote-controlled gas log fireplace and a recessed cove for a 48” flat screen TV. The home’s original red oak hardwood floors combine with crown molding and freshly painted walls in soothing colors to welcome all; these features continue throughout the home’s interior. A large dining room adequate for dinner party seating includes a lovely candelabra chandelier and French doors leading to the outdoor decks. The kitchen is a cook’s delight with an 8’ x 3’ granite island, bar seating, a smooth top range, a warming drawer, stainless appliances, an impressive stainless hood vent exhausting outside, a large pantry, a remote-controlled ceiling fan, recessed lighting, and several corner windows overlooking the outdoor oasis. A stacked washer and dryer, conveniently located in the kitchen closet, convey with the home. An office/study, a luxury master suite, a dressing room, a guest room, and a full bath complete the main level. The master suite includes remote-controlled gas logs, a retro corner tub, a bidet, and a fabulous granite-topped vanity that was once a wine cabinet. The 12’5” x 10’8” dressing room provides plenty of space for storing clothes and dressing as well as sitting. Visitors are charmed by the black marble flooring, marble shower, and antique crystal light fixture in the guest bath. Upstairs houses an additional two bedrooms, yet another lavish full bath with a large soaker/garden tub, and a special room with heart of pine paneling that can be utilized as a bonus room, a study, a recreation room, or a fifth bedroom, with its walk-in closet and extra storage. In addition to all of this, walk-in attic storage is also found upstairs.

Rounding out this elegant home are a garage with space for a workshop, two water heaters, a whole house fan, a dual zone HVAC system, a gas furnace, and an alarm system. Priced at $519,900, 2121 Pershing offers tremendous value.

“My husband and I have loved living here,” says current owner Kathryn Washburn. “We entertain quite a bit, and everyone always wants a tour. It’s been a great joy over the past nine years for us to transform what was already a very nice house into a unique, welcoming home, where family and friends enjoy gathering. We invite you to come and take a look at our handiwork and see if you like it too.”

2121 Pershing is a unique, welcoming home indeed. Abounding with character, as Welsford described, the home exudes warmth, appeal, and most definitely, panache. An Open House is planned for November 28th from 1:00 – 5:00 pm… This is a perfect opportunity to take Kathryn up on her invitation and see 2121 Pershing for yourself. Don’t miss out on the panache on Pershing! For more information or to schedule a private viewing, contact Welsford Artz at (919) 812-2780 or Sarah Artz at (919) 630-1157.

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