202 W Ruskin Place

'THE RENAISSANCE HOUSE' is the largest individually owned structure of over 5,000 square feet in Seaside. Inspired by the famous 19th century British Architect, John Nash, the Renaissance House stands alone as the significant classic Architectural image of Seaside, incorporating cast stone columns and details. Standing three floors, the retail shop is housed on the first floor; architectural offices and grand rental unit, the Maidens Chamber on the second floor; it is crowned by its penthouse suite on the third floor, The Conservatory, home of its owners, Carolyn Pendleton and Victor Bowman, designers and occupants. In addition to its square footage, are the multiple decks and a large roof terrace. Each floor has balconies overlooking the park and large decks on the west, with views to the Gulf. The 1,600 square foot roof terrace with hot tub, allows incredible views of all of Seaside and the Gulf. The first floor now houses the Red Bird Gallery, which offers fine art and collectibles; it also has two full baths and a studio apartment. Constructed of masonry walls and fireproof construction, the structure contains an elevator and four covered dedicated parking spaces, all rare amenities in Seaside. The architectural studio offices on the east second floor overlooks the park. The Maidens Chambre, with whirlpool bath, has granite countertops, marble bath floor and living space oak floors. The space opens through its six French doors to its large forty by ten-foot deck with furniture, hammock, and grill. The penthouse is crowned with a Machin Conservatory on the roof, covering a large skylight opening over the dining area. The expansive kitchen contains a Sub-Zero refrigerator, wine cooler, large double sink, separate bar sink, natural gas cooktop and double oven, dishwasher, and cherry cabinets, topped by Black Absolute and Blanco Romano granite countertops. It also has a companion deck across the width of the units accessed with its six sets of French doors. A grand piano adds to the social calendar for the Owners. The Master Bedroom houses the library and has two Juliet balconies overlooking the park. The Master Bath has marble patterned floors, granite countertops, steam shower, and large owner's closet.