718 E Columbia St Colorado Springs, CO 80907

Listing details for 718 E Columbia St, Colorado Springs, CO 80907 : Set high atop a rock wall perimeter with original wrought iron fencing and gates, this one of a kind property is steeped in Colorado Springs history. Built in 1905, it was the original Patty Jewett Caretaker's residence. The east part of the home was originally the library and private ballroom for the golf course patrons until it later became part of the original residence. The unique foyer/library leads into the living areas. The living room has multiple sets of french doors, a wood-burning fireplace, and maple flooring. Sun pours in during the mornings and winter afternoons and it is the heart of the home where company often gathers. The dining room makes for spectacular dinner parties with oak flooring, great light fixtures, and built-in corner cabinets. The kitchen has lots of cabinetry, a gas range, butcher block counters, and an open pass-through to the living room. There are a bedroom and beautifully renovated bathroom on this side of the home, too. The master bedroom has oak flooring and crystal sconces, a wood-burning fireplace and gorgeous windows & French doors. There are also two more bedrooms and a full bath with authentic tile work. The corner lot is over 1/3 if ab acre and sits high above the street providing views of Pikes Peak in winter. You can open up any of the 11 sets of French doors and enjoy many outdoor spaces with family and friends. The backyard has a marvelous screened in patio and huge expanses of grass for playing lawn games. Walk to Patty Jewett, Colorado College, downtown, and the many shops and cafes in the area. Other features: Leaded glass windows, 11 sets of french doors, main level laundry, impressive storage with a cedar-lined coat closet and storage nooks in the dressing room, a wine room, an unfinished basement and a 2 car garage.