« This house is even more beautiful in real life. » Here’s what they say about this almost century-old property put up for sale earlier this fall.
Built in 1930, this cottage in Houston, Texas looks like a doll’s house from the outside with its lilac-colored siding, its covered balcony housing a swing and its door decorated with painted floral motifs.
When acquired in 2021, the residence looked bad. Work has been carried out to improve the equipment in place and make it better adapted to today’s life. The new owners, however, have taken care to preserve the charms of yesteryear.
Among the renovations mentioned on the sales sheet, it is indicated that the roof and plumbing were replaced, that the house was re-insulated, and that central air conditioning was installed in addition to adding new ” modern finishes that integrate perfectly with the character of the house ».
Shared on Facebook page Zillow Gone WilA few days ago, this residence caught the attention of many Internet users for several reasons. The comments highlight, among other things, how the house is much more spacious than it appears at first glance.
The property has quite a personality, to say the least!
Inside, many original architectural details have been preserved, including hardwood floors, high ceilings and decorative moldings.
The entrance hall particularly aroused the interest of Zillow Gone Wild subscribers, especially since it is a world away from its pastel facade.
Some say that this wallpaper (and those on other walls in the residence) are a little too busy for their tastes, while others find the interior delightfully adorable and fall for this type of maximalist decor. We await your verdict at the end of the visit!
The single-storey residence has one and the same level.
The living room, dining room and kitchen come together in a large living area that extends lengthwise. The space was opened up during the modernization work to make the common area conducive to gatherings.
The interior features a bold mix of styles and color palettes.
One user remarked that the aesthetic reminded her of houses in New Orleans and another commented: “ Someone has a lot of creativity and probably had fun decorating this house. It’s a great success. »
As for the kitchen which has been refreshed and brought up to date, opinions are divided among Internet users. While some appreciate its modernity and sobriety, others find it boring, comparing it to the maximalist decor of certain rooms.
The property has four bedrooms flooded with natural light thanks to their large windows. They all have generous dimensions and have been decorated with style and elegance.
As for the two newly renovated bathrooms, they skilfully combine old and new. One has a walk-in shower and a sumptuous double vanity and the other has a claw-foot tub and a modern vanity.
Their vibrant tiles are undoubtedly the elements that have most captivated and excited the subscribers of the Zillow Gone Wild page.
They have class, these two bathrooms!
And it is finally in the secondary entrance hall that the washer-dryer installations are located.
The cottage is located on a street corner on a lot of 5,201 square feet. Landscaping is minimal and the fenced area requires little maintenance. The gravelly portion could be transformed into a terrace or even a garden.
And then, what do you think of this house? Charming or too eclectic?
On the Instagram account of the broker responsible for the sale of this lovely find, we learn that the property is currently used for rental purposes on platforms like Airbnb, but that it could very well be suitable as a personal residence.
It is for sale at a cost of $545,000 US (approximately $765,300 CAD).
