70 Audubon Bl, New Orleans

Spectacular residential compound in Historic Uptown New Orleans! This elegant four story Center Hall stucco home, originally built in 1912 with the finest construction & architectural details, sits on over 1/2 acre. Meticulously rebuilt & restored by the current owners with noted architect Barry Fox, the home combines Italianate details with those of Mediterranean style. Extensive restoration included foundation rebuild, re-stucco of exterior, replacement of plumbing & electrical, interior renovation & additions. An expansive porch with ironwork railings, marble tile floor, gas lanterns & leaded glass entrance door welcomes you. The center hall floorplan with 14' ceilings & handsome moldings throughout opens to double parlors, library, dining room, den, gourmet kitchen & breakfast area. Take note of the rebuilt 7 working fireplaces with marble mantels. French doors & balconies offer panoramic views from every room of the large grounds and gardens. Second floor primary suite wing includes bedroom with fireplace & private balcony, sitting room, dressing room & large marble bathroom. Three additional bedrooms plus two baths and laundry. Fourth floor garret bedroom & bath with a surprise feature - rooftop deck offering breathtaking views of the New Orleans skyline! But let's not forget the ground floor with an additional bedroom & bath, family room, movie theater with an 85" screen & reclining seating for 9, & a large temperature controlled wine cellar. Added features include elevator, generator, irrigation system, Ludowici clay tile roof. Attached is an 8+ car garage providing the ultimate in security! Heated swimming pool with hot tub, cabana with kitchen plus lovely English conservatory are added features to enjoy the professionally landscaped grounds. Featured in many notable publications & the site of many large scale private & community support events. A true showplace offering a lifestyle of unparalleled privacy, comfort, and sophistication.