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Friday, December 5, 2014

Amazing Architecture


Fairy tale house: The century-old Gingergbread House, which looks like it's been plucked out of a Brothers Grimm fairy tale and dropped in the middle of Brooklyn, is now available for rent at $26,000 a month

House fit for Hansel and Gretel: The whimsical mansion occupies and entire city block on Narrows Avenue in Bay Ridge

Back story: The house was built in 1917 in the Arts-and-Crafts style by renowned architect James Sarsfield Kennedy for shipping merchant Howard Jones

Sweet dreams: The story-book 5,700-square-foot house includes four main bedrooms and two guestrooms with terraces

Nooks and crannies: The rooms at the house come with walk-in closets and plenty of storage space 

Cooking up a storm: The high-end dwelling boasts a gourmet kitchen with modern appliances and fine cabinetry 

Dinner is served: Tenants occupying the house will be able to host dinner parties in style thanks to this formal dining room  

Impressive setting: This is one of two well-appointed living rooms the Gingerbread House features 

Whimsy: This siting room features a hodge-podge of different styles in both architecture and design: Solomonic columns and a bas relief around a fireplace, wooden windows and and overstuffed cheetah-printed armchair  
  
Pantry: There is not shortage of cabinets and counter space at the Gingerbread House 

Attention to detail: The house comes with this breathtaking wooden staircase, stained-glass windows and chandeliers 

Sleek: Nestled in the wood-paneled, old-school estate is this modern and functional bathroom with a soaking tub 

Fine touches: The doors are fitted with cast-iron doorknobs, and there are hardwood floors all throughout the house 

Old World charm: There is wood paneling throughout the house, including in this cozy office space

Spectacular setting: Outside, the new tenants of the Gingerbread House will be able enjoy eating al fresco in the backyard

Luxury cottage: The mansion is built out of uncut stone with a rolled edged roof

Country chamr: The story-book home sits on a perfectly manicured lawn - perfect for a summer picnic

High praise: The Gingerbread House has been described as the most beautiful home in America 

Ideal for entertaining: The Arts-and-Crafts confection comes with several large terraces perfect for hosting summertime soirees 

On the market: The century-old house is also available for sale, with a price tag of $10.5million 
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