1711 Palmer Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118

Property Description

Exquisite Mansion on coveted Palmer Avenue by Audubon Park. Expansive front porch with double leaded glass doors leads to a magnificent entrance foyer. Complete with period architectural details including a grand staircase, soaring ceilings, marble mantles, intricate molding and millwork throughout. Elegant entertaining rooms with stunning Italian plaster friezes and original pocket doors. Formal dining room with hand painted mural of Audubon Park is complemented by handsome woodwork. Spacious den with a wet bar opens to the Gourmet Chef’s kitchen with top of the line appliances including a Lacanche French Range. Huge butler’s pantry. Fabulous primary suite with balcony overlooking oak tree lined street. 3 additional bedrooms each with their own bath, and enormous laundry room with kitchenette on the second floor. Recently renovated third floor provides options for a home office, guest quarters and additional entertaining space with a wet bar. Private backyard offers a tropical paradise embracing a covered terrace, flagstone patio, outdoor kitchen with Viking appliances and heated saltwater pool with fountains. Partially finished basement with additional prep kitchen and laundry room. Gated off street parking for 4 cars. New slate roof added after Ida. Generator. Elevator. Meticulously maintained with every amenity. Previously owned by James Carville and Mary Matalin.