House in Delray Beach, FL 33444

Lake Ida, 440 N Swinton Ave

Never before offered for sale. The Acheson Estate is one of the last large lot estate homes on Delray's premier North Swinton Avenue. On nearly ¾ (100 x 275) of an acre this 1935 Estate is full of ''Old Delray'' Charm. Past the white picket fence and down the long driveway beyond the main house you will find a spacious 468 square foot detached garage, and the 792 square foot detached guest cottage complete with one-bedroom, full kitchen, living room and fireplace. The expansive lot features mature foliage and a trophy banyan tree, as well as mature mango trees. Depsite the age of this home, it is not designated historic, nor does it lie within a historic district The main house is a classic wood framed plantation style home featuring a large, screened back porch made of cypress, a perfect place for morning coffee or just to spend some time and enjoy the breeze. The first floor features a large living and dining room featuring original floors and High ceilings with dramatic mahogany detail. The Mahogony wood was brought over on a boat from the Bahamas by Mr. Acheson himself. The first floor also features a cypress walled Florida room, spacious kitchen and laundry room, as well as a full bath. A grandiose all-wood staircase leads up to the second floor where you will find three bedrooms, two of which have a study off of the bedroom. One and a half baths on the second floor.