Historically and Architecturally Significant Homes in San Antonio.

Monday, June 12, 2006

Historic Spanish Colonial Revival )
Owner Clint McKenzie & Craftsman Baltazar Espinosa will discuss the renovation of this Designated "Historic Exceptional" home from 6-8pmWednesday, December 7, 2005
This week:
  • Top 3 favorite home in San Antonio per Mike Greenberg
  • Amazing Updates and Exceptional Character
  • Mary M. Fisher's 2001 Express News account of the rehab
  • Greetings,

    I hope you can make it to the invitation-only pre-sale open house Wednesday evening, 12/07/2005 at Clint McKenzie's amazing adobe block Spanish Colonial Revival home in the Riverside Mission area. We will be serving wine in the octagonal castle turret overlooking San Antonio from 6-8pm.

    I have included a few photos and links to a virtual tour and to articles from the Express News written about the historic home. Please feel free to invite anyone you know who might be interested in the home at 302 Stratford Court [Map]. Clint is ready to move to his next project, so a new caring owner is needed.

    Clint has invested over $200,000 including $70,000 from the Conservation Society. and 2,500 man hours in renovating this exceptional home. Maybe you know someone who would be a good steward for this home. YOu are on "the list" so you and your friends have the opportunity to check out 302 Stratford Ct. before I post it to the MLS.

    Take care,
    Joe Barfield
    The Joe Barfield Group 210-733-1928


    Top 3 favorite home in San Antonio per Mike Greenberg
    Front

    "Houses don't get any more distinctive than the place Clint McKenzie is rescuing from near-ruin on the South Side. Neighborhood kids call it "the castle" for the turreted octagonal tower that rises above a corner of the front porch.

    "Broad arches perched on columns, recalling Romanesque convent architecture, define the deep front porch and side porte-cochere..." [More]

    Amazing Updates and Exceptional Character
    Entry

  • 2 separate HVAC units recently installed
  • Complete rewire
  • Extensive plumbing updates
  • Adobe and stucco refinish by craftsmen
  • .32 acres in art-trendy Hot Wells/Riverside area near Willow Way
  • 3 bedrooms, 1 bath
  • Each room features a different decorative "Mission Tile"
  • 2,224 square feet
  • Mary M. Fisher's 2001 Express News account of the rehab
    Dining Room

    "The bathroom was a nightmare when I bought the house," he recalls. It had a buckling floor and toilet leaking water onto the foundation. McKenzie removed the bathtub to excavate under the buckled floor, removed the tiles, broke up the cement, poured a new cement base and relaid the tile. He also replaced the sink with an old one from the King William area, built a tile vanity and stripped the built- in wooden medicine cabinet, which has art glass insets.

    "In addition, he assisted the electrician in rewiring the house. "I ripped out all the wiring," he says, and he stripped all the woodwork - whose 14 paint layers he laments were "just a misery." As if that weren't enough hard labor, McKenzie and crew took 87,000 pounds of hard Portland cement plaster off the house and then applied 35,000 pounds of adobe plaster. "Many a night I've sat down on the floor with a six pack of beer and cried my eyes out" over the sheer enormity of the project, he confides..." [More]

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    email: joe@joebarfield.com
    phone: 210-846-9273

    Thursday, June 08, 2006

    Historic Renovated Victorian Home in King William
    Greetings!

    Just wanted to let you know about a listing that's coming on the market in the next couple of weeks before anyone else knows about it. Please forward it on to anyone that might be looking for a majestic Victorian home in King William. Be sure to check out the photos...

    Front

    Here is a beautiful home in the King William Historic Neighborhood. The 5 bedroom, 6 bath Victorian home has all the wonderful curb appeal and has all the impressive trim work and architectural character that you would expect for the neighborhood. Detached quarters offer space for a remote office or artist's studio. Don't forget the 4 verandas and balconies that allow for a leisurely coffee in the morning or wine sipping in the evening.

    Entryway

    The 3,900 square foot home was built at the turn of the century and has been lovingly rehabbed and well maintained. The interior and exterior features are preserved including the original irreplaceable red pine woodwork, hardwood floors, solid masonry exterior high arched windows, and coffered ceilings.

    Dining Room

    The rewired home has 3 individually-zoned Central A/C's and the plumbing is updated. You can be sure the historic charm can be enjoyed within the demands of a modern lifestyle- all within a 10 minute walk to the riverwalk or 3 minutes to Southtown's many restaurants, shops and art galleries.

    There aren't many homes on the market in King William these days and it looks like the inventory will remain tight indefinitely. This home appears to be the best bet for a home of its quality and size.

    A few King William Attractions

    Blue Star Brewing Company, Beethoven Maennerchor, Espuma, Azuca Nuevo Latino, Mad Hatters Tea, Rosario's, China Latina, Guenther House, Blue Star Arts Space, Church Bistro & Theater, El Mirador, San Angel Folk Art

    Just let me know if you or anyone you know are interested... We do have Photos.

    Sincerely,


    Joe Barfield, e-PRO, GRI Keller Williams Realty


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    phone: 210-846-9273
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    Wednesday, June 07, 2006

    3 Bed, 2.5 Bath in Alamo Heights ISD - 2003 Construction!
    Greetings!

    131 E. Melrose (Map) isn't on MLS, there is no sign up. As usual, you are among the first few individuals to hear of it prior to kicking off our marketing campaign. Perhaps you know someone who is interested in the first peek of this 3-year old townhome in Olmos Park.

    A perfect candidate for 131 Melrose would be a busy professional who wants an older neighborhood with character, but a newly constructed home for dependability and function. Someone looking for nearby dining experiences ranging from Panchito's to Bistro Vatel. For arts & crafts from Yarn Barn to Gavin Metalsmith. Or for shopping opportunities from GuitarTex to Julian Gold.

    Front
    Three Spacious Bedrooms
    Master Bedroom
  • New Construction in 2003
  • 2 Car Garage with workspace area

  • Gourmet
    Kitchen
    Kitchen
    1-1/4" Granite Countertops in Gourmet Kitchen w/ Stainless Bosch Silent Appliances

    The Tour Page
    Travertine Master Bath
    Master Bath
  • 2,718 Square Feet
  • Efficient construction for low utilities

  • Dining Room
    Dining Room
  • Gorgeous Rosewood Floors
  • Convenient for walks through Olmos Park & Basin

  • Secluded Backyard
    Backyard
  • Offered at $465,000
  • Townhouse (No condo Association- No Fees)

  • Living Room
    Living Room
  • Alamo Heights Schools
  • Excellent Dining and Shopping nearby

  • The current owner, a contractor, built this home as a showcase and the attention to detail and style throughout reveals that dedication.

    Other Olmos Park Attractions:
    Olmos Park Pharmacy, Taco Taco, Shiraz, Ciao Lavanderia, Olmos Park Antiques and Art, Galleria Ortiz, Carolyn's Antiques, Hunt Gallery, Schnabel's Hardware(60 years!).

    You may not be in the market for a new home, but you may know that busy professional who wants a newly constructed home in an established older neighborhood. Feel free to forward this to anyone you care about who might be interested in 131 E. Melrose in Olmos Park.

    Take care,

    Joe Signature
    Joe Barfield The Joe Barfield Group
    Keller Williams Realty


    email: joe@joebarfield.com
    phone: 210-733-1928
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