I love listing homes that uniquely express the personality of their owners.
The first time I visited this modern townhome, I quickly picked up on several things that my clients valued: great art, fine wine - and a good party. (A match made in heaven, no?) And while our friends have moved on to greener pastures (literally…their next project is a Gentleman’s Farm and Vineyard in the Willamette Valley), that didn’t stop us from experiencing some of the best things about life in their space.
Their love of hosting is evident from the many seating areas throughout their home – from the corner couch in the first-floor office to the giant green sectional in the main living space, to their favorite gathering spot: the rooftop sectional surrounded by lavish landscaping. Lined with lavender and walled with tall foliage, it’s the perfect place to take in the sunset with friends or wake up with a quiet cup of coffee, just you and the hummingbirds. It’s also the only unit in this community where this is possible - thanks to my client’s commitment to installing plumbing to the top level and adding an extensive drip system. Wishing your next gathering could look just like this? You got it: everything on the roof is included in the sale of this special spot (sofa, fire pit, grill and plants), so you’re ready to be hostess-with-the-mostess from day 1.
While taking in the pink glow of the mountains and sun setting over the city skyline, we raised a glass to this home’s past and future memories. Here’s a walk down memory lane, from the ones who are letting it go….
Why did you buy this house? Like, what really sold you on it? The views from the roof. Sunsets over the city and the glowing mountains in the background are spectacular. Its location is pretty great.
Are there any changes you always wanted to make here, but just didn’t get to? Is it possible to add more plants to the roof?! Probably not...
Describe your home in one word: Gewürztraminer - she's complex and perfectly inviting. :-)
Best time of day in your home? And where should you be sitting for it? Rooftop at 6 AM in the summer. Watching the sunrise with that first cup of coffee over the mountains can't be beat.
How about seasonally speaking...what time of year best suits this place? Fall is pretty epic. The garden is in full bloom, the temperature is cooler, and sunsets are the brightest red. Light the fire pit and have a nightcap on the roof.
Tell us about the best party you ever had here: July 4, 2021. We had 20 people on the roof and a random thunderstorm rolled through. Instead of fireworks, we watched lightning from the bedroom! There may have been a few broken glasses fleeing the lighting strikes on the roof too...
If your house were a celebrity, who would it be (and why)? Britney! She was freed from her conservatorship shortly after we installed a new pink pendant above her portrait in the entry. She is extensively alarmed so don't steal her!
What do you think you’ll miss the most about this place? Morning coffee with the pups on the roof.
Anything at all you want to say/pass along to the future owners of the home? (Approximate utility costs? Best spot for a candy stash? How deep your love runs?) The plants are a lot of work but totally worth it. They lower the temp on the roof a good 5 - 10 degrees and they create the perfect soft wall with the neighbors for privacy.
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