524 Saint Peter St

Description

On the market for only the second time in 118 years, The Remschel House was constructed in 1907, on two coveted interior city lots just a block from town square. This historic gem was designed by renowned architect Wattenburger and the local builder was Fred Meisenhelder. The covered porch is the perfect place to swing and relax to the sound of the nearby church carillons. Enter the music room, with original inlaid parquet wood floors. Adorned with antique brass chandeliers, foldable opaque pebble glass doors, fireplace, Steinway concert grand piano, and thirteen foot ceilings. The Parlor leads to the garden room with floor to ceiling windows and stained glass decor. Formal dining room with crystal chandelier from Italy, leads to the butler pantry, laundry room and kitchen. Enclosed back porch off the kitchen is a lovely reading nook with access to the backyard and 2 car detached garage and gazebo. Two full bedrooms with en suite bathrooms on the first floor. One with a stand up shower and vanity and the other with a garden tub and sink. The intricate wood staircase leads to a luxurious master suite with sitting area, multiple office nooks and an en suite. The master bathroom offers his and hers walk in closets, private restroom, stand up tile shower and stand alone soaking tub with stained glass windows and double vanities. The expansive lawn with original cistern is a romantic backdrop. Multiple fountains and trellises, with mature trees including pecan, oak, crape myrtle. A short stroll to dining, coffee shops, and boutiques. Easy commute to Austin, Houston and San Antonio.