1006 N Mary St Knoxville, TN 37914

Listing details for 1006 N Mary St, Knoxville, TN 37914 : Built in 1925, this Renaissance-Revival Castle overlooks a historic neighborhood two blocks from Chilhowee Park and the Knoxville Zoo. The exterior stone is locally-quarried Tennessee marble, and the interior is finished with hardwood floors and ''pecky'' cypress trim, giving this home an elegance unparalleled in the region. The first floor features a great room with a 23-foot ceiling and balcony overlooking a grand fireplace. The spacious dining room opens into a large sunroom with huge stone-arched windows. Kitchen and bath on this floor are both tiled, as is the breakfast nook off the kitchen. On the second level are three spacious bedrooms; the master bedroom has a cedar-lined walk-in closet, and the South bedroom has an impressive row of stained-glass windows that open to views of the neighborhood. A secret door leads to a third-floor garret divided into two rooms. Outside is an entertainment area with a large concrete patio, an arched wrought-iron gate, fireplace, and a garden retreat. Adjacent the patio is a detached one-car garage (24x17.6) and shop (24x9.5); above this, a large unfinished area with a private driveway and entrance, all to be customized to your liking. Dual HVAC systems (TRANE) were installed in 2021. This is a one-of-a-kind home; the outstanding architecture and castle vibe makes it truly exceptional. Buyer to verify all information contained herein.