701 E Mcbee Avenue

Some say Tuscan manor, some say New York brownstone, but this remarkable 3000 square foot home is located in downtown Greenville. Built in 2014, its distinctive style is both refined and inviting. Located close to Main Street, this home--with city views from two floors--is set within a charming residential enclave.

Wainscoting, chair rails, and plantation shutters have the craftsmanship of ages past. Substantial framing and added insulation occlude sound between floors and outdoors. Delight in the Greenville skyline from either the third floor en-suite bedroom or the first floor where arched mahogany French doors lead to an elevated patio that offers both privacy and a view.

This tranquil alcove features flagstone flooring, a gas log fireplace with a fully functioning chimney, and a remote-controlled phantom screen. The patio opens to a balcony where jasmine winds its way around custom wrought iron finials set between brick columns. An elevator and lighted stairs offer convenient access to the self-contained suite on the second floor.

At the hub of the floor is an office with a panoramic view via three custom fitted, floor-to-ceiling glass walls trimmed in cast iron. Nine and ten foot ceilings offer the airiness of a loft juxtaposed with the warmth and subtle opulence of a Colonial home. Modern amenities include sub-zero refrigerator and two sub-zero drawers.

A custom-built TV cabinet looks like an elegant mirror when the set is not in use. These features blend seamlessly with crystal chandeliers and doorknobs that offer a touch of antiquity. An exquisite palette of neutral paint and tile provides a brilliant contrast to ebony hardwoods.

Discreet storage space abounds, and there is an oversized two-car garage. Homes in this neighborhood share an enchanting courtyard, but they are not townhomes--no shared walls. Each design complements the others.

This is the first to be marketed by owners versus the property developers, so the price is as enticing as the inspiring space. Whether you favor the metropolitan U.S.

or the European countryside, begin your journey home at 701 E. McBee Ave.