601 lincoln avenue

Historic circa 1900 classic built during the mining era, home to the Dalbys, co-owners of Carveth Bros & Dalby general store located in the old State Mercantile building! The original facade & covered front porch were meticulously restored & seamlessly integrated with an expansion in a modern mountain mining style designed by award-winning DAJ Architects while thoughtfully retaining the Old Town Louisville curb appeal. This amazing two-story absolutely embodies contemporary open floor plan living. The heart of the home is the gorgeous chef's kitchen designed for entertaining around the huge 15' center island & boasts Wolf, Cove, & Sub-Zero gourmet appliances, coffee bar, & a walk-in pantry. The upper level includes a sumptuous primary suite with 5-piece bath complete with heated Carrera tile floors, study with private deck, laundry area with sink & folding counter, & two additional matching bedrooms sharing a charming playroom area! The main level includes a formal living area, a second study, delightful bench seating dining area with room for 10 or more, a huge family room with gas fireplace, custom built-ins, an 8'x13' dual sliding glass door wall, & an incredible mudroom with custom cabinetry & bench seating! Don't miss the fully appointed guest studio with kitchenette that adds a 4th bedroom & 5th bath, & the oversized garage with 12' ceilings providing ample storage for bikes, outdoor gear, & tools. There is plenty of extra storage in the garden shed or the expansive basement that includes a recreation room & half bath! The large lot boasts low-water Xeric landscaping, separate dining & seating spaces, firepit, & yard for lawn games. The home is also equipped with many climate-forward elements like a dual zone cold climate heat pump, an induction range, pre-wiring for solar panels and EV chargers, & state of the art home automation including security system with exterior cameras, Cat6 wiring, & Sonos sound system all providing safety, comfort, & security!