In the heart of Providence, centuries-old accents, contemporary restorations and more perfect the iconic Moses Brown Ives House.
Including a cozy fireplace, the ornate dining room is ideal for lavish holiday gatherings
There’s nothing quite like a grand, historic home, but ushering one into the modern era is no small feat. However, with 10 Brown St., situated at the base of College Hill, 19th century charm and modern amenities go hand-in-hand. “The owners took exceptional care in its thoughtful restoration, marrying the estate’s historic past with today's very best smart home amenities,” says listing agent Robert Walsh. “The home features Control4, which basically allows you to operate the entire home from a mobile device from virtually anywhere.” Named for its previous owner (a former president of Providence Bank), the Moses Brown Ives House is a stunning Greek Revival. Originally constructed in 1835, the property underwent substantial renovations in 1867 and 1898 before being completely restored in recent years, but many Georgian-era details remain intact. “There are various rooms and elements of the home that feel untouched, yet in pristine condition, like the front to back parlors, grand dining room and butlers pantry,” Walsh notes.
The detailed living room is filled with natural light
Past the wrought-iron gated entry, enter the 9,518-square-foot house, featuring four levels of detailed craftsmanship. The south grand hall opens into multiple living rooms, a dining room, library, butlers pantry and white marbled chefs kitchen. Each hallway is adorned with dark wood moldings, juxtaposing the living room’s white and airy decor. Inside the formal living spaces, dark wood fireplaces, detailed crown molding and gold accents further add to the elegant atmosphere while welcoming in ample natural light through tall windows. For a more private space, the dark wood-paneled library offers the ideal space to cozy up with a good book in front of the black and gold marble fireplace.
Welcoming, generous guest rooms ensure family and friends will never want to leave.
Down the hall, introducing a more modern flair, the state-of-the-art, all-white kitchen is any chef’s dream with a carrera marble island and countertops, subway tile backsplash and integrated appliances. Be sure to gaze up at the coffered ceilings before ascending the nearby staircase to the home’s primary suite. Blue and white walls encompass the generous room, complete with a white stone fireplace, walk-in closets and en suite, but true peace is found in the outdoor spaces. Walsh shares, “The estate is sited on over an acre of manicured grounds including patios, formal porches, terraces and a favored space, the lower western lawn where Adirondack chairs sit with a grand view of the Providence skyline.” $4,395,000, 10 Brown St., Providence, RI, Robert Walsh, 401.595.4154, compass.com
Photography by: COURTESY OF LILA DELMAN/COMPASS
