372 Johnson Street

Description

Headmaster's Cottage offers the charm of yesterday and the convenience of a well-maintained home. You'll recognize the classic layout - three large rooms with fireplaces and a dogtrot center hall, plus an extension towards the back housing the updated kitchen and large second bedroom. A beautiful wood staircase leads upstairs to a spacious loft that could serve as an office or third bedroom. * C.1900 cottage with 2309sf * Updated kitchens and baths * Two main level bedrooms and baths, plus loft bedroom/office * Three fireplaces with original tiles * Lovely gardens and walkways * Quality restoration with fresh paint, newer mechanicals, roof, hvac * Walk to downtown shops and restaurants The location is perfect - adjoining Madison's famed Cultural Center on the backside, and a short stroll to the downtown shops and restaurants. The cottage was once home of the headmaster of Madison's Normal School - the original use of the building that now houses the Cultural Center. The .25-acre lot is partially fenced, with lovely hardscape gardens and seating areas featuring a variety of plantings. As you enter the front door, the gleaming heart pine floors and tall ceilings speak of times past. The living room is off to the left - note the distinct sand-colored tiles adorning the fireplace. Ahead is the spacious dining room - tiles here take on earthen hues. The dining room offers easy access to the large screen porch on the left side of the home - note the beadboard ceiling, and lovely views. The kitchen design is the perfect blend of simple aesthetic and modern function, with white painted cabinets, simple metal hardware, and the unexpected touch - concrete countertops with pine backsplash that perfectly complement the easy-care tile floor. You'll enjoy the stainless steel range and dishwasher. The right side of the home is devoted to bedrooms and baths - beginning with the large master bedroom. Aren't the green tones in the fireplace tiles simply stunning? The private master bath is simple in design and perfect in function, with dual sinks and a tiled shower. The large secondary bedroom is on the back side of the home - note the wall of windows overlooking the private backyard. The bathroom is tiled, and features a vintage tub. The rooms in the home are spacious, with just 5 rooms plus a wide center hall in 1880sf of main level space. Upstairs you'll find a spacious loft - this would make a perfect home office or craft room, or an extra bedroom for your guests.