27 Highview Place, Minneapolis, MN 55419

Property Description

Presenting the Cunard of 1924; a legacy English tudor with a mansard (Hansel & Gretel) roof a marque of Tangletown architecture atop the Washburn Park water tower; her courtyard wall is original to the structure providing a regal and European feeling outdoor courtyard and terrace. Cunard overlooks the hill with southerly views down to Minnehaha Creek. This storied classic was passed along from its generational owners to RareForm in order to ensure its preservation and originality would be celebrated. Cunard is aptly named for its rich detail in closet wardrobes, millwork & hardware that embody the living quarters during the boom time of maritime cruise ships. Measuring a wonderful 1444' on her footprint, with immense space above the ground. We executed an 18 month long restoration sorting her kitchen with custom stone, enamel and an oak eat-in dinette along with pantry that flows into the courtyard. Great scale on the main with formal dining that leads to a screen room overlooking the hill. Baths have all be redone in vintage period correct finishes, porcelain, paper, and antique lighting accurate the era. Attic serves as a flexible basement alternative : guest suite or nanny quarters. Second floor has jack and Jill kids bath and private primary with immense original shaker wardrobes and corner sunroom // den that could be the 5th bedroom. The lower level has a finished laundry room in cabinetry and stone, along with two mudroom benches and an inspiring rejuvenation spa complete with water closet, commercial ice maker // plunge bath and 8 person sauna with custom knot-free aspen interior. The garage boiler heated along with basement and measures at 16x28 tucking under the main living with a direct driveway onto the elmwood alley. Owner is seeking a longer term tenant due to the love of the home from its restoration.