Ultimate French Quarter

Ships negotiating the sharp bend in the Mississippi River are part of the view from the sixth-floor terrace of the penthouse at 232 Decatur Street in the historic New Orleans French Quarter.

It is the best of all worlds - a large, modern home in the heart of the historic French Quarter offering multiple spectacular views.  Cross the street to the House of Blues. Walk around the corner to Tipitina's to hear the best of New Orleans' live music. Or walk one block to New Orleans' sophisticated shopping destination: Canal Place, home to Saks Fifth Avenue, Pottery Barn, Morton's Steakhouse, Brooks Brothers, Williams Sonoma, Banana Republic, a four screen movie theatre, the Southern Repertory Theatre and a host of other shops.  Stroll to Woldenberg Riverfront Park, Café Du Monde or the Aquarium of the Americas.

THE RESIDENCE: The 4,000 square foot home spans two levels and includes multiple balconies, offering views of both Ole Man River and the rooftops of one of America's oldest and most storied cities. The upper level includes the living room, dining room, and open kitchen with granite countertops, double pantry, Jenn-Aire stove-top and grill, double oven and Sub-Zero refrigerator. A laundry facility has a full sized side-by-side washer and dryer. The living area overlooks the Mississippi River and there is no better view of the fireworks on the Fourth of July or New Year's Eve. Enjoy the fine touches of crown molding, beaded ceilings, custom-built oak cabinets, an entertainment area and wine room. The floor plan is equally ideal for entertaining a large gathering of friends or for just enjoying a quiet dinner at home. The formal dining room opens to a wonderful view of the French Quarter.  Oak floors finish the elegant look of the dining room.

The floor below features a dramatic hallway with wood inlay patterns in the stunning oak floors, bookshelves and cabinets.  Included here is an oak-floored study and three bedrooms including a suite with private balcony overlooking the city. The master suite features luxury designer carpet and recessed lighting, and a huge walk-in closet offering ample space for the most avid clotheshorse. Relaxation is the order of the day in the marble master bath, which includes a double sink area, sauna, mini-fridge and Jacuzzi bath. Lounge in the library where French doors open to another fantastic view and balcony overlooking the Mississippi River.

The residence has ample storage space with multiple cabinets and closets. It offers two central air-conditioning systems and two water heaters. The two full bathrooms and two half baths offer special treatment and elegant marble enhancements.

THE AREA:  As vibrant today as in its days as the most important French colony in North America, New Orleans offers a world-class music scene, from the traditional sounds of jazz to the annual Louisiana Jazz and Heritage Festival. The cuisine of New Orleans is legendary, offering epicurean delights of classic French fare to modern treats of the likes of Emeril Lagasse. New Orleans hosts the famed city-wide street party,  Mardi Gras, and offers world-class museums: the National D-Day Museum, the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, the New Orleans Museum of Art, and the Audubon Nature Institute. Enjoy sultry jazz by night and the easy pace Southern living through the day.

The stunning furnishings are also available for purchase at terms to be negotiated.

This property is now pending sale.

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