1403 Baseline Road - Burgess Group

Price: $1,950,000

Highlights:

Status: Active

Beds: 5
Baths: 5
4,116 SF
Built: 1935

About the property

Welcome to the historic Henrietta Somers or Somers-Notestine House.

Just steps from the world-class hiking, dining, and musical offerings of Boulder’s cherished cultural icon Chautauqua, this home is also 5 minutes from west Pearl St. In an incredible location with peek-a-boo views, this home radiates elegance sitting behind a stately wrought iron fence on ~1/4 acre.

Lovingly retaining many original features such as hardwood floors, built-in cabinets, French doors, marble-wood fireplace, curved staircase, this sun-drenched home features an entertainer’s dream backyard. With built-in grill, fireplace, and water feature, the backyard connects seamlessly with the adorable lower-level kitchenette/living room, allowing you to offer your friends, family and community high-end at-home tailgating.

With 5 bedrooms, formal dining, sunroom, private balcony, multiple living areas, and a potential ADU, this home has all you need for a balanced lifestyle.

Welcome home.

THE HISTORY

Commissioned in 1932 by Henrietta Somers who was founder of Somers Sunken Garden - a University Hill restaurant which is now known as ‘The Sink’.

Completed in 1935 by Glen Huntington, a notable Boulder architect who also designed the Boulder Court House, the Central Park Band Shell, & Boulder High School.

Landmarked due to its notable Colonial Revival architectural features such as the shape (rectangular & symmetrical), the roof structure (side-gabled), the materials (brick masonry), & the treatment of such elements as the cornices, entrances, & windows.

Retained original interior details include hardwood floors, built-in cabinets, French doors, casement windows with marble sills, lighting, curved staircase, arched doorways, crown molding, solid wood doors, cedar closet, & a marble & wood fireplace mantel.

*Photos Courtesy of Boulder Historical Society/Museum of Boulder

More About This Home

BEAUTY IN SYMMETRY

Many psychologists argue that beauty and symmetry are synonymous. This Colonial Revival house is perfectly symmetrical. Dual fireplaces, sunrooms, rooftop decks, and arched windows mirror each other. 1403 Baseline Road is the kind of traditional American home that radiates elegance. This stately dignified brick home sits comfortably behind a wrought iron fence on almost a quarter acre. We don’t say this lightly… but they do not make them like this anymore.

Very few homes are important enough to have their own name. Also known as the Henrietta Somers House. It’s registered as a historic landmark. Owning this home means owning a part of Boulder’s history. The home was built in 1935 by the famous architect Glen Huntington. Huntington is also responsible for designing the Boulder Courthouse, Boulder High School, and the Central Park Bandshell. This house was commissioned by Henrietta Somers, the founder of the Somers Sunken Gardens, a University Hill restaurant which is now known as “The Sink”.

Tall trees and mature landscaping shade the Historic University Place Subdivision. Views of the flat irons, the northern foothills, and downtown Boulder surround you. Sidewalks and bike lanes make alternative transportation easy. From your front door, you’re only an 8-minute walk to Chautauqua Park’s expansive trail system. Full immersion in Boulder culture comes naturally in this neighborhood. It’s only a 5-minute drive to the Pearl Street Mall and 3 minutes to the University.

A dignified curved staircase greets you at the front door. Serve drinks in the living room before enjoying a candlelit dinner in the formal dining room. Two private balconies steps away from the bedroom/home office provide a respite from the daily grind. Original birch wood decorates the floors, trim, staircase, and French doors. The eat-in kitchen provides plenty of opportunities for good conversation over a cup of tea.

The Somers-Notestine House has everything you could ever need.

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General Features

Listing Type	Residential-Detached
Garage	Detached
Lot SqFt	9,038
Acreage	0.21
Zoning	SFR
Legal Description	LOTS 21-22-23 BLK 35 UNIVERSITY PLACE

Square Feet

Total	4116 SqFt ($510/SF)
Finished w/o Bsmt	2711 SqFt ($775/SF)
Total Finished	4116 SqFt ($510/SF)
Upper Level	1075 SqFt
Main Level	1636 SqFt
Lower Level	0 SqFt
Basement	1405 SqFt

Room Dimensions

Primary Bedroom	14 x 24 (Upper)
Bedroom 2	11 x 14 (Upper)
Bedroom 3	11 x 14 (Upper)
Bedroom 4	14 x 14 (Main)
Bedroom 5	10 x 11 (Basement)
Kitchen	10 x 18 (Main)
Living Room	14 x 24 (Main)
Dining Room	12 x 15 (Main)
Laundry Room	11 x 14 (Basement)
Family Room	9 x 17 (Main)
Rec. Room	14 x 24 (Basement)

Note: All room dimensions, including square footage data, are approximate and must be verified by the buyer.

Taxes and Fees

Taxes/Tax Year	$11082 / 2020
Metro Tax Dist	-

Schools

School District	Boulder Valley Dist RE2
Elementary	Flatirons
Middle/Jr High	Manhattan
High	Boulder

Construction

Construction	Wood/Frame, Brick/Brick Veneer
Heating	Hot Water

Additional Features

Type	Colonial
Design Features	Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Stain/Natural Trim, Walk-in Closet, Wet Bar, Washer/Dryer Hookups, Wood Floors, 6-Panel Doors, French Doors, Crown Molding
Basement Foundation	Full Basement, 90%+ Finished Basement, Crawl Space, Walk-out Basement, Daylight Basement
Location Description	Corner Lot, Evergreen Trees, Deciduous Trees, Level Lot, Historic District, House/Lot Faces S, Within City Limits
Inclusions	Window Coverings, Electric Range/Oven, Self-Cleaning Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Refrigerator, Clothes Washer, Clothes Dryer, Microwave, Jetted Bath Tub, Laundry Tub, Gas Bar-B-Q, Garage Door Opener, Disposal
Fireplace	2+ Fireplaces
Disabled Accessibility	Level Lot, Near Bus, Main Floor Bath, Main Level Bedroom, Stall Shower
Outdoor Features	Lawn Sprinkler System, Balcony, Patio
Energy Features	Sun Space, Southern Exposure, Storm Window, Storm Doors