Grand Victorian makes magic
Many New England homes from the late 1800s were designed at the intersection of the grandness of Victorian era architecture and the simpler forms of the nascent Arts and Crafts movement. The understated, but decidedly elegant single-family home at 49 Brantwood Road in Arlington is a classic example of this time.
Built in 1898, the Jason Heights home was renovated with an eye for conservation, preserving many of the home’s distinctive details and architecture while adding modern touches that bring the home from the 19th to the 21st century.
The magical central hall area, with its own fireplace, opens to a living room brightly lit by bay windows with crown moulding, and a lovely chandelier hanging from a ceiling medallion. To the right of the central hall, an equally sunny formal dining room welcomes with original stained glass window and another fireplace. The kitchen is thoroughly modern, with recessed lighting, updated custom cabinetry, high-end stainless steel appliances including a sleek drop-in stove, and a center island for additional storage that’s perfect for entertaining.
Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms and a stunning, unique master bedroom with masterfully crafted maple built-ins take advantage of the home’s whopping 3,222 square feet. Perched atop the home, the master suite is a grown-up tree house. In the summer, you’ll sleep among the serene, green treetops and in the fall and winter, you’ll enjoy majestic views all the way to Boston.
A bluestone patio and large, private backyard sit under a canopy of mature trees that fill the property. There is more than enough room to entertain, dine, and play.
Not only that, Menotomy Rocks Park and its 35 acres is just a few minutes’ walk down the street, perfect for dog walking or an evening jog.
A two-car garage completes this rare home in a highly desirable neighborhood that’s close to the Concord Turnpike, Cambridge, and public transportation.
Open house hours take place this weekend, from noon to 2 p.m. today and tomorrow
To find out more about the home, priced at $1,500,000, contact Susan Wayne of Robert Paul Properties, at 617-8998800.