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rare opportunity has arisen for buyers seeking a unique blend of architectural distinction and spiritual significance. A penthouse loft in Brooklyn's Prospect Heights, located within a converted 1895 schoolhouse, has listed for $2.95 million after being on the market for just one day.

    The 3,150-square-foot residence, once shared by urban shaman Donna Henes and her partner Daile Kaplan, offers a chance to own a piece of history while embracing its spiritual energy. The building's conversion into residential units in 1989 preserved many original architectural features, including 14-foot vaulted ceilings, exposed brick archways, and nine skylights that flood the space with natural light.

    Henes, affectionately known as "Momma Donna," was a renowned guide who helped city dwellers connect with nature's rhythms through rituals and ceremonies. Her work spanned nearly five decades, during which she performed events like vernal equinox egg-balancing rituals at the World Trade Center and winter solstice bonfires on Staten Island.

    The penthouse loft features two woodburning fireplaces, a windowed kitchen, and two private terraces offering open city views. The current three-bedroom, three-bathroom configuration can be reimagined as a grand residential showpiece or an artistic live/work haven. The building's unique blend of Romanesque Revival and Renaissance Revival architectural elements adds to its charm.

    Residents enjoy access to a lush communal garden, gated private parking (a rare feature in Brooklyn), and a visiting superintendent. Richard Orenstein and Lawrence Kieran of Brown Harris Stevens hold the listing for this extraordinary property, which offers a chance to own a piece of history while embracing its spiritual energy.