One of Wichita’s most well-known and historic residential treasures is now for

sale and ready for its new owners! Rare opportunity to own a true architectural

marvel. This charming Italianate Villa estate is gated and surrounded by private

walls creating the most sensational 1.12-acre lot in the heart of College Hill.

Gracious Italian renaissance architecture of exterior arches, doric columns, stone

terraces and driveways, travertine walkways, lovely fountains, balconies with

picturesque views, multiple outdoor covered living areas; porticos, loggias, cast

stone columned pergola covered with purple wisteria, a porte-cochere covered

drive, manicured lawn and sunken Mediterranean gardens… It’s all absolutely

breathtaking - like you just stepped into your very own private Tuscan resort.

Timeless craftsmanship and attention to detail has been brought back to life by its

owner, an architect and master of historic preservation. This home has received

over $500,000 of renovations in recent years. The result, a modern family lifestyle

masterpiece with a genuine respect for the historical integrity and character of its

past. Built by George Gedoff, who also built the famous Broadview Hotel, spent 2

½ years constructing the residence beginning in 1925. The home was built for the

J. Arch Butts family, Wichita’s first Buick car dealer and was designed by the

architectural firm of Schmidt, Overend and Boucher to resemble an Italian palace!

The residence was built using only the highest quality materials. The signature

limestone circle driveway, groomed shrubs, iron balconies and stately front

elevation sets the tone as you approach the estate entrance. The massive

grilled wrought iron front door welcomes you. The grand foyer boasts beautiful

Italian marble floors and arched ceiling featuring the original delicately adorned

plaster leaf motifs. The graceful stair railings are the works of a then nationally

recognized craftsman Oscar Back of New York. You’ll appreciate the unique

details throughout the home. Leaded glass doors, several brass and copper Gothic

era chandeliers, coffered ceilings, arched ceilings, arched doors and windows,

crown molding, wall picture molding, and natural light galore! Library with

private entrance, built-ins, crown molding with ornamental design, ceiling

medallion, wet bar and original leaded glass windows. The east end of the vast 38

x 18 great room is adorned by a half rotunda with radiating Pompeiian beams,

and a lovely fireplace is the main focal point with carved and cast stone hearth,

marble surround and impressive Gothic era sconces flanking either side. The

kitchen has been meticulously renovated to accommodate any serious chef’s

cooking needs. All high-end appliances, built-ins, pullouts, updated lighting,

gorgeous granite, walk-in pantry, huge mud room and custom built-in seating

with secret storage compartments. The striking original German leaded glass

windows are another highlight of this room. Entertaining here will be

unparalleled! Retreat to the master suite fit for a King and Queen! Library/office

sitting room with triple French doors leading to the balcony where you’ll find the

best view of the pool and gardens! Huge master bedroom, two more

sitting/dressing areas, another balcony hidden within the trees, gorgeous marble

floored bathroom, walk-in marble shower and custom decorative iron vanity all

nicely updated to today’s modern standards yet all the character you’d expect

taking you back in time. So many closets!!!! 300 N Crestway offers almost 10,000

sq feet of space, sure to please any family dynamic. Main house includes 5

spacious en suite bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, two ½ bath powder rooms, 5

laundry hook ups and an oversized 5-car garage with added storage area.

Apartment above garage has one bedroom, one full bath and is the perfect guest

house or living quarters for property caretaker, nanny, parent or adult child.

Basement offers 9 ft ceilings plus a spacious family room with fireplace, 1/2 bath,

exercise room, craft room with sink, workshop area and a rarely seen bank vault

prohibition safe room that doubles as a wine room and/or storm shelter…truly a

great conversation piece! The grounds are simply majestic! Outdoor living at its

finest. Brand new Gunite in-ground pool with heater and cooler, new pool

equipment, new walkways and extensive landscaping. Pool house with full bath,

pool slide, fountain, covered lounge/pool area with wet bar, park-like grassy

area, huge parking area in front of 5-car garage, 3-tiered fireplace with patio, 4-

hole putting green, fenced K9 grass/turf area and so much more! Nothing speaks

to the heritage and notoriety of Wichita quite like the College Hill neighborhood.

Generations of civic leaders, artists, entrepreneurs, and cultural icons formed this

great neighborhood, making it the bastion of what built this great city. Come

make your home and place in history at College Hill’s finest address.