Enjoy the historic setting and central urban location if this fine Seattle home without the concerns of an older property. This home has been lovingly restored by a master builder with all new electrical, plumbing, insulation, exterior doors and windows. Every period detail which lends historic character and architectural appeal has been maintained. Original cedar siding has been stripped and restored, fir floors have been refinished, while walls and ceilings have been replaced, while antique hardware and art glass has been spared. To enhance the lovely antique radiators, a state-of-the-art boiler system and new plumbing replaces the old.    The living room is bright with both new and antique windows. The new insulated picture window frames the lovely street view of similar homes and Squire Park historic buildings beyond. The smaller leaded glass window highlights wooded landscapes to the north. To the left is a formal entry and bright stairway with rebuilt fir millwork.    The dining room adjoining the living room is separated by symmetrical boxed columns. The window straight ahead views the private court area behind the house.    Another view of the dining room, separated from the kitchen with counter seating and accent lights. The colors of the home gently lead from one room to the next. The open floor plan is perfect for entertaining, and expands the dining area with additional natural light.    Guests can be part of the kitchen activity without being in the cook's way at the open counter seating area. The sink is convenient to the dining room for quick clean-up. The kitchen is flooded with natural light from windows and a French door opening to the courtyard. The strong accent of solid granite is balanced with subtle porcelain tiles in the backsplash and the vintage look of custom solid wood cabinets. Kohler fixtures and stainless appliances remind us that this is not really our grandmother's house.    The dual fuel range will satisfy the determined cook. To the right of the photo is a great sitting area in front of another window. Just beyond the fridge is a floor-to-ceiling cabinet for maximum storage. Behind this photo is another big granite counter with more custom cabinets. The over-sized undermount sink is a huge single basin perfect for larger pots and easy(ier) cleanup. To the left of the photo is a sitting space for friends and family. Out side the French door is the spacious patio and access to the detached garage with opener.    The back bedroom is roomy and overlooks the patio. The inset window photo gives an idea of the great views to Madrona. This window is in front of the bed to the right. Behind the photo is the big walk-in closet and the door is out of sight to the left.    The upper bath if totally updated with vintage character. The tub surround is fully tiled with a convenient shelf for accessories. The opposite wall has beadboard walls and the floors are tiled. Behind this photo is the pedestal sink with sconce lighting as well as the over head light. The refurbished radiator makes an excellent towel warmer.    The front bedroom is large enough for furniture and a reading area. The inset photo shows the huge windows with terrific views of the beautiful street, downtown and neighborhood landmarks. All the rooms have walk-in closets - this one with a window. The inset also shows one of the radiators that is in every room.    The fully finished basement is huge. There is plenty of room for many purposes. As every room in the house it has CAT5 and cable hookup for entertaining and computer access. This area has a laundry room, a full bath and a door to leading to the back patio. The perimeter of the space was designed with below grade drainage to ensure a dry space. The hi-tech dual range boiler for the radiant heat is in a convenient storage room.    This is the second spacious bath. The floor is newly tiled to complement to hip vanity. The in-set photo show a detail of the vanity with a floating sink. The vanity is flanked by two sconces and the shower is fully tiled.    The fenced back patio is just outside the kitchen French door for easy entertaining. Access to the detached garage is within this closed space. The inset photo shows the opposite side of the patio to demonstrate the ample size of the space. The fence posts were measured and installed for future alteration to allow a gate for additional off-street parking.    This lovely street is lined with beautiful vintage homes so coveted by Seattlites. This is looking out the master bedroom. Even the main floor windows show the city tops. Madrona is a great neighborhood so close to the downtown and Lake Washington.