Master
Bath
This little Tudor Revival cottage isn't really so little at all.
At just under 1,800 square feet, it's plenty big enough to sport not one but two master suites, both upstairs and both with outstanding saltwater views!
Here we present a mini-pictorial of the larger of the two master bathrooms, mostly because this one is extra special, as you will see.
But before we end our tour, we'll also take a quick peek at both the second master bath as well as the full bathroom downstairs on the main floor.
So, where to begin in describing this charming attic space? Well, in a summary sound bite, let's just say it's all about the happiest marriage of function and form.
This exquisite bath features both a large whirlpool tub as well as a separate corner shower.
The deep soaking tub is tucked away in its own poetic nook, with a subway-tiled surround and an apron of solid-fir beaded board painted a crisp white.
As an added bonus, this tub features an integrated heater, perfect for keeping the bath water at just the right temperature for as long as the spoiled lounger cares to soak.
But for those get-up-and-go mornings when time is at a premium, there's the stand-alone glass-enclosed shower, handy for a quick rinse to meet a hectic schedule.
Of course, beauty and function continue to complement here, too.
As with the sparkling whirlpool tub surround, the shower is done in matching white subway tile, while an oversized showerhead adds that little extra touch of luxury.
And what is there to say about that fabulous Belle Epoque Deluxe spindle-leg sink except ... wow!
Stunningly beautiful in Grade A vitreous china, this charming three-foot-long console sink caps off our lovely motif while also providing plenty of functional counter space. Perfect!
But there's more to see. Don't forget to look closely for those subtler elements that round out the whole of this artistic composition.
On the floor we find not tile but naturally finished solid-oak hardwood flooring. As in the kitchen, we used it here for its warmth and gentleness underfoot.
In keeping with the rest of this period-perfect home, the discriminating eye will take note of the antique reproduction lighting and hardware, with finishes in classic porcelain and polished nickel.
And then there are the closets. Lots and lots of closets!
Behind those beautiful single-panel hand-made doors you'll find loads and tons of closet space. So toss caution to the wind and hang onto all those bags and boxes and cartons filled with treasures—there's plenty of room here to store them all!
And now, as promised, a quick glance at the other two bathrooms.
To the right, the second master bath. Smaller, this one, but oh so full of style and period charm.
As in the larger master, this one has a glass-enclosed corner shower. This time, however, the surround is done in white 4x4 tile, accented in black.
The floor is all about 1920s-style one-inch hexagonal tile, and the lighting, of course, is antique reproduction, in ubiquitous white porcelain.
The Kohler fixtures in high period style round out this lovely bath.
Finally, below left, the downstairs bathroom.
Pause, take a moment and check out the fixture layout of this room. This particular configuration was so common in the early twentieth century that you're bound to run across it in any tour of homes from this period. And, being the die-hard purists we are, such is the reason we used it here.
The same themes found in the smaller master bath upstairs are repeated here, but with extras.
Not shown in this photo is the Art Deco light fixture, in fun and fabulous black porcelain, over the pedestal sink. But here you can at least see its matching cohorts, the towel bar and tissue holder, both in gleaming black porcelain.
And you'll miss something extra if you don't look down—the black flower motif on the one-inch hexagonal tile floor would surely make your grandma smile ... and wink!
