A real home, this gracious and inviting South End parlor and garden duplex will surprise you. Parlor level entry with two spacious and equally sized bedrooms with amazing custom closets and over-sized windows; both suitable for king sized beds and additional furnishings. Renovated, Carrara marble bath with walk in shower and vanity storage.  Garden level features an entertainers floor plan; spacious and cozy living room with hardwood floors, built-in bookcase and plantation blinds overlooking a cathedral style kitchen and dining area with herringbone brick flooring. Cooks kitchen with island seating, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking and marble countertops and a wall of windows looking out onto a private patio/garden oasis. Powder room and additional storage complete the living level.  All this and A/C, pet friendly and located within minutes to the best of the South Ends restaurants/shops, the MBTA, the Prudential Center and Back Bay.