1705 Lamont St Nw, Washington, DC 20010

Some houses are renovated into sameness. This one has preserved its point of view. Set above the street in the heart of historic Mount Pleasant, this extraordinary, extra wide (23.5 ft), four-level 1909 brick Victorian is rich with craftsmanship, architectural drama and one-of-a-kind details collected across generations. Brick steps rise to an open front porch with wrought-iron railings and a striking entry framed by sidelights and leaded glass. Inside, a spacious foyer introduces a magnificent arch leading to an original staircase, beautifully preserved woodwork and hardwood floors. French doors open to an elegant parlor with stained glass and a wood-burning fireplace, while pocket doors reveal a grand formal dining room wrapped in wood paneling and finished with a coffered ceiling and accent lighting. The dining room leads to the kitchen through an area featuring a pantry-sized closet, laundry area and a powder room with wainscoting and marble flooring. The kitchen is an...