Exterior approximately 60% complete. New cypress wood siding, new Spanish cedar windows, new slate roof on stair tower with copper trim, steel header installed in both the kitchen and living room, floor structure of stair tower rebuilt, new header at kitchen door entry, foundation completed in 2019. Remaining exterior elements have been mapped out for completion, with an available plan in place. Built in 1866, the Aldrich Genella House is an architectural gem. It is considered one of the finest residential examples of Second Empire style architecture in the South. Nestled on an oversized corner lot on the iconic St. Charles Avenue and Bordeaux Street, with 127 feet of frontage, the gated grounds feature parking for several cars, a pool, and a 200 square foot pool house. The foundation, and much of the exterior have been meticulously restored, including hand-crafted millwork featuring cypress wood & Spanish cedar. The interior, with an open/ modern floor plan, offers a blank slate for your chosen luxury finishes. Featuring: A jaw dropping 41ft. center hall entry, with exquisite archway moldings & medallions, a one-of-a-kind staircase, 3 flexible living areas, marble & mahogany mantels & soaring 13ft ceilings throughout. The Second floor features the primary suite with a large front gallery, 3 additional bedrooms + 2 additional bathrooms, & a flat roof outdoor patio. The third floor is wood-cladded, with space for a den, guest room/ office plus 4th bathroom. The tower presents a very special observation room, with treetop views. A truly unique opportunity awaits you. Note: This is a renovation project.