Sure, we did this in a house (that we have since sold). I designed it and I loved it. We didn't have room to have the big kitchen we wanted PLUS a standalone table, but did have room to make the island bigger with seating. We also had a separate dining table. We really enjoyed this set up (and didn't use the dining table unless we had extra people visiting). We had no problem with the counter height, though my elderly father did not like it. Also, it was admittedly a huge pain for the period my son was in a high chair because there are no chairs that tall. We still had plenty of room for island storage and didn't need any more kitchen cabinets. In fact, if we wanted to fit a table in the room, we would needed to cut out some cabinets. This allowed us to maximize cabinets. We're currently designing another kitchen for our other condo, and also struggling to fit all of the cabinets I want plus a table. The island seating is the perfect solution. I also really liked sitting at that island while my husband cooked and vice versa. Much more casual and intimate than sitting at a kitchen table. Here's a picture from the mls listing (ignore the wide angle lens :)

It looks like it could be too small to house much of a table unless you're looking at doing a small round table in the corner with only two chairs. Otherwise it might be a nice area for a console table and some artwork. Maybe even a some bar area? Here are some ideas for you:

Butler's table? Is that like a sideboard? Because of the windows, I think I'd rather the table /sideboard be placed against the back wall. If you place it on one of the sides, the two windows at the back will be partially blocked, and I don't think that'd look right. I think I'd look for a small table that'd (mostly) fit between the windows. Then I'd flank it with drapes on the outsides only. Do add lighting above this table while you're moving the chandy.

Good luck with the hunt I have rarely seen these as used . You can get replicas of the Saarinen maybe check those out too.