Own a mid-century modern architectural masterpiece! Built by famed architect Bertram “Bert” King in 1959 for the Rocamora family, 14 Saint Charles Place is situated on a 3-acre estate in the coveted Lakeview Park neighborhood. Preserved with tasteful updates, this residence stands as one of the finest examples of mid-century modern architecture in the Southeast.

• 14 Saint Charles Place, Asheville, NC 28804
• 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Bathrooms + Office
• 4003 SF
• 3.01 Acres
• $2,750,000
• Listed by Mike Figura – Mosaic Realty
• Photos by Outside In Photography

Significant original features include wide wood paneling, site-built cabinetry, mosaic confetti countertops, lighting fixtures, slate flooring, telescoping patio doors, and much more. Discerningly designed updates include a spa-like primary bathroom that boasts artist-made concrete countertops, a steam shower, an oversized soaking tub, and heated floors. Bright and airy one-level plan with hidden features everywhere. Magnificent Mt Pisgah views from the yard and primary bath. Views from the sunken living room possible with limited clearing. Just a short stroll to Beaver Lake and the Bird Sanctuary, this is a spectacular home in one of Asheville’s finest neighborhoods.

Beautifully sited on a 3-acre estate in Lakeview Park

• Slate front flagstone walkway
• Original starburst door handle

• A large sidelight window at entrance with custom crafted wooden artwork.
• Original slate floor throughout much of the house, including the entryway, hallways and living room

• Brick wall accent in sunken living room
• Original wood valance with hidden accent lighting

• Immaculate original white shag wool carpeting
• Cathedral Ceiling

• Formal dining room features a folding door to the kitchen
• A serving buffet with warming lights
• Three original recessed lights over the dining room table
• Original paneled walls and hidden paneled cabinet storage with wood shelving,
• Large picture window overlooking the private front yard, built-in cabinets under the picture window, and hidden accent lighting

The mid-century kitchen is largely original and was designed by Mr. William Rocamora- the first owner of the house- who also owned Asheville Showcase and Fixture Company, one of Asheville’s leading restaurant kitchen suppliers in the mid 20th century

• Original kitchen features include cabinetry built on site
• Recessed lighting
• Kitchen island with legs
• Confetti mosaic tile countertops, and exhaust hood

Breakfast room adjoins the kitchen and has a large picture window overlooking the side patio, with the original painted ceramic pendant lights and the original ceiling

The den is the heart of the home

• Vaulted wood ceiling
• Original wood valance with hidden accent lighting
• Wood paneled walls
• Integrated paneled cabinet storage with wood shelving
• Built-in wet bar that includes the original stainless steel Elkay sink, mirrored walls and glass shelves

Fully retractable glass sliding doors that open to the screen porch (doors retract into the brick wall)

The screen porch has the original slate floors, original recessed outdoor lighting, original screens and opens onto a spectacular terrace and side yard (planned for a pool)

Terrace and side yard

Bathroom that connects to the third bedroom was left vintage

• All original tile
• Dual sink vanity with tile countertop
• American Standard stainless steel hardware
• Three bulb heat lamp,
• Porcelain tub and
• Mirrored medicine cabinet

Original powder room

• Mosaic black tile vanity
• American Standard stainless steel hardware
• Original recessed lighting
• Water closet with louvered doors
• Original wallpaper

Primary Bedroom with new hardwood flooring looks out on courtyard

Beautifully renovated primary bathroom

• Floating vanities and artist-made custom hand crafted sinks
• Heated designer tile floors
• Custom concrete bathtub fixtures
• Steam Shower with floor-to-ceiling glass and tile

Original built-in closet and storage

Hardwood flooring added in all bedrooms

Original built-in desks in two of the guest bedrooms

Renovated guest bathroom with custom concrete countertop

Custom hand crafted sink in butler’s bathroom

This is a rare opportunity to own one of the finest mid-century modern homes in Asheville or even the Southeast. Have interest or questions about this timeless masterpiece? Don’t hesitate to reach out for more information about this home. 828-545-2712 carol@mymosaicrealty.com