This Intriguing New Orleans Mansion Is an Eclectic Mix of Old and New
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}New Orleans is an eclectic mix of basically everything we love about architecture, and this stately home -- spanning six decades of style -- has all that kitchen-sink charm rolled into one classic home.
Listed for $875,000, the five-bedroom home in New Orleans' Fontainebleau neighborhood has a lot going on. On the outside, it is a circa 1949 Georgian-style estate built by architect Paul G. Charbonnet Jr. On the inside, the home is a reflection of its two owners. (Only two families have owned this home since it was built over six decades ago.)
The living spaces are a fascinating blend of new and old. You'll find the old disappearing spiral staircase, as well as the formal parlor with a Georgian fireplace and chandelier that looks as if it stepped out of the 19th century.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Then there's the stunning and thoroughly modern study, which earns our vote for most reflective room.
The unique study features wall-to-wall mirrors on each side, a gray ceiling, black tile flooring, and a lighted, art deco -- style bar. There's even a mirrored fireplace!
But the time hop doesn't stop there. Upstairs, there are five bedrooms that whipsaw back to the 19th-century vibe, all decorated with lush carpets, wainscoting, and vintage wallpaper. If you're into a mix-and-match home that spans a variety of styles and periods, this fascinating blend might be the pot of gumbo you're in search of.