If you appreciate refined design, exceptional craftsmanship, and a deep connection to nature, you’ll be drawn to this elegant cottage nestled in the heart of Boulder’s prestigious Mapleton Hill neighborhood—just five minutes from the Sanitas Valley Trailhead. 2424 4th Street is a home where thoughtful design and livable beauty converge. For those who value quality over quantity and charm over excess, this residence offers a unique opportunity to live with intention and grace.

As you approach the home, you’re greeted by a series of flourishing gardens and an inviting entry. Step into a sunlit living room where antique French tiles adorn the fireplace, and gentle, museum-quality lighting highlights artwork throughout. The living room and adjacent dining room are graced with seven original windows—each paired with historically accurate storm and screen fittings that enhance energy efficiency while preserving the home’s character.

The kitchen is as practical as it is beautiful, featuring 3-inch-thick antique marble counters and top-tier finishes that marry elegance and efficiency. Just beyond, the primary suite includes a peaceful dressing room with garden views and a jewel-box bathroom with marble details matching the kitchen. A second bedroom offers similar garden outlooks and opens to both a delightful sunroom and private side garden access. The sunroom, once a screened porch for a nearby historic sanatorium, now offers a quiet retreat in every season. With its Dutch door, large windows, and sunny disposition—even on winter days—it’s a cozy sanctuary filled with warmth and light. Completing this floor, the centrally located guest bathroom is brightened by a dramatic skylight, and the hallway boasts a generous linen closet.

Above, a charmingly adapted attic delights guests and grandchildren alike, serving as both a bedroom and a magical playroom. Below, one descends from the kitchen into an old-fashioned cellar with a laundry area and multiple rooms for storage—from wine to skis, bicycles, and more.

Step outside to find an elegant garden of sophisticated design, which provides additional living space many months of the year and a superb area for entertaining. The entire garden is enclosed by a custom-designed fence. The contemplative side garden is a composition of stone paving, lichen-covered boulders, and native plants. In the back garden are a sunny dining terrace and a secluded shade terrace hidden below the arching branches of an ornamental cherry tree. Mixed flower borders fill the garden with bloom from early spring to late autumn. This landscaping continues into the alley with a cutting garden adorned with seasonal flowers—from spring daffodils to autumn hydrangeas. A garden shed provides space for tools and storage, a fenced pen hides trash receptacles, and an outdoor shower delights the tired gardener.

This is a residence that speaks to the discerning eye—those who cherish quality, beauty, and timeless design. It's a home that lives as gracefully as it looks, offering daily inspiration in one of Boulder’s most sought-after settings.