James Bremner House

The James Bremner House, a distinguished 1901 Craftsman home in Astoria, Oregon, was built by a former mayor and is situated in the highly sought-after McClure District on the North Slope, just above the heart of the city. This remarkable property exudes subtle sophistication and offers serene, panoramic views of the Columbia River, Astoria Column, Megler Bridge, and Tongue Point.

Exceptionally restored and improved with its architectural significance in mind, this four-bedroom, 4 bathroom residence also has a library with river views and an office space with garden views.  The property’s double sized lot showcases extensive garden plantings curated by a master gardener and collected from all over the world. A wraparound covered front porch, original 15-light panel doors, leaded glass accents, art rail throughout the home and wavy glass windows are just a few examples of the preserved original features. Thoughtful upgrades include heated floors in select areas throughout the home, a newly added owner’s suite and a handcrafted fireplace mantel & Murphy bed by artisan Ed Overbay.

Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the luxe chef’s kitchen is a standout feature, boasting heated floors, granite countertops, and custom redwood cabinetry with pullouts. Quality appliances include a GE Café stove, Liebherr refrigerator, and a vintage built-in electric oven. A stunning oversized copper range hood, hammered copper vegetable sink, butler’s pantry, and an antique butcher’s block enhance the kitchen’s timeless appeal. A wood and glass oversized door provides convenient access to the back deck, perfect for outdoor grilling or harvesting herbs and vegetables from the backyard garden.

The recently added owner’s suite is a private retreat featuring vaulted ceilings, breathtaking Columbia River views, two walk-in closets, and an en suite bathroom with a walk-in tiled shower, claw foot soaking tub with garden views, double vanity, Bluetooth speakers, heated floors, and a built-in linen cabinet.

Extensive gardens plantings create a serene escape where something is always in bloom and with winding paths lead you through maples, eucalyptus, and black bamboo. The fully fenced backyard features a patio area and a delightful greenhouse with Carrara marble countertops repurposed from the home’s original kitchen.

A completely remodeled 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom ADU with level entry offers flexibility as a guest house, au pair quarters, or an income property. This private space features Columbia River views, a separate entrance, a full kitchen with quartz countertops and a porcelain tile backsplash, a large walk-in closet with built-in storage, a walk-in tiled shower, washer and dryer and a heat pump for year-round comfort.

The home has undergone significant mechanical and structural upgrades, including a high-efficiency Rheem furnace, central A/C, Romex wiring, 200-amp electrical service, recent sewer line improvements, radon mitigation, and a CertainTeed Landmark 50-year roof installed in 2018. The spacious unfinished basement provides additional workshop space and wine storage.

All of this is within blocks of Astoria’s renowned restaurants, locally owned shops, breweries, art galleries, performing arts venues, and the Columbia Riverfront.