Newton Home of the Week: 16 Fully Restored Rooms in 134-Year-Old Home

Space and comfort abound within this stunning 134-year-old Newton Victorian on Sargent Street It boasts a highly resourceful floor plan dispensed over four finished levels of living space and in total, offers 16 rooms, six bedrooms and four and a half baths.

Its liberal dimensions take second place only to its eclectic blend of advanced amenities and designs seamlessly intertwined with its timeless period architecture. Prospective homebuyers will appreciate an extensive renovation that yielded a modern kitchen and baths and the soothing neutral palettes that line each room. While breathtaking on its own, this widespread restoration subtly promotes its many vintage details that articulate its flavorful history. A sampling of those features include, elevated ceilings, elongated windows, intricate woodwork, arched thresholds, and enchanting vignettes.

A set of oak doors with leaded glass and an elegant interior entry sets the stage into this truly special residence rich with integrity and character. Residents will likely spend the majority of their time within the magnificent gourmet kitchen with exposed ceiling beams that spills into a large family room furnished with a spectacular custom built entertainment wall. The fully equipped culinary center is supplied with top-of-the-line services and stainless steel appliances that include upgraded cabinetry, marble surfaces, a six-burner Wolf cooktop, dual ovens, work station bearing a pair of Bosch dishwashers and an industrial sink/faucet and an oversized center island with seating.

Special occasions can be hosted within the elegant dining room that features matching built-in china cabinets and the fireplaced living room beneath an intricately-detailed ceiling.

A charming homework room links the family room with a gorgeous multi-level mahogany deck with scenic views of the expansive and beautifully landscaped grounds. Inside, cool evenings can be savored in the cozy fireplaced library drenched in layers of natural wood.

The second floor also hosts a magnificent master suite with a full bath and an oversized landing/sitting room. In fact, all six bedrooms have been equipped with custom closets and every bath has been remodeled with premium materials and deluxe amenities, such as marble, beadboard, whirpool tubs, skylights and multiple shower heads. The finished lower level would make the ideal private guest suite, and also includes a den, exercise room/playroom and full laundry center.

Welcome into a spectacular historic home that was initially built to support the luxurious preferences of the 19th century and very successfully provides the ultimate level of comfort and convenience to accommodate the lifestyles of today. 

Location: 123 Sargent St.

Price: $3,300,000

Rooms: 16

Bedrooms: 6

Baths: 4 full, 1 half

Living Area: 6,090 sq. ft.

Lot Size: 17,767 sq. ft. (.41 acre)

Listing Agent: Sarina Steinmetz, William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, 617-762-4071

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