Beautifully Updated 1923 Colonial on 0.36 Acres in Wellesley Near Schools, Shopping and Commuter Rail

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Mathew Abraham, editor of Century Homes America, brings his passion for architectural history to explore the stories behind America’s most iconic homes.

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

This elegant century home in Wellesley’s desirable Country Club area blends historic charm with modern enhancements. Built with classic architectural details, it features spacious paneled living and dining rooms, a beautifully renovated kitchen with custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, and high-end appliances. The bright breakfast room overlooks serene views, while a cozy family room anchors the home with a fireplace. Upstairs, the primary suite impresses with a cathedral ceiling, walk-in closet, and private bath alongside four additional bedrooms. Recent updates include a new deck and a sunny backyard, all priced at $2,349,000. Conveniently close to the Brook Path, shops, restaurants, and the train station, this home promises both comfort and sophistication in a sought-after community.

Front Porch Seating

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

A narrow, inviting front porch with rich, reddish-brown wooden floorboards and a matching tongue-and-groove wooden ceiling. The porch is supported by white square columns that create a clean contrast against the warm wood tones. Two cushioned wooden chairs with dark blue cushions align against the light beige stucco exterior wall of the house. Multiple windows with classic gray frames look out onto the porch, amplifying natural light. Outside, a brick pathway bordered by stone leads through a well-manicured front lawn dotted with greenery, bushes, and a small purple-leafed tree, creating a peaceful and welcoming outdoor space.

Entry Staircase and Hallway

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

Wide hardwood steps with white risers ascend from a light oak floor, bordered by a wooden banister with white balusters, complementing the staircase’s classic design. The lower walls are paneled with white wainscoting, enhancing the traditional aesthetic, while soft gray paint on upper walls creates a modern, serene contrast. An arched doorway leads into a bright adjoining room with white cabinetry and open shelving, hinting at a kitchen or dining area beyond. Crown molding runs along the ceiling edge, adding subtle decorative detail. The space balances historic charm and contemporary simplicity well.

Kitchen Island and Cabinets

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

Long, bright kitchen with expansive white cabinetry and a large island painted a calming blue. The island is topped with a sleek white countertop that extends to create a breakfast bar with wooden stools. The room is illuminated by glass pendant lights hanging above the island, paired with recessed ceiling lights. The space features wide, clear windows spanning one wall, allowing ample natural light and views of trees outside. The flooring is rich, polished wood, adding warmth. On the far end, a dining area with wicker chairs and a statement chandelier is visible through an open doorway.

Kitchen Island and Cabinets

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

A spacious kitchen with a long layout, featuring a large blue island centered with a white quartz countertop. The island includes built-in appliances and two wooden stools providing seating. White cabinetry lines the walls, including glass-front upper cabinets and extensive storage with simple, classic hardware. To the left, a large multi-pane window above a clean, white countertop and sink brings in abundant natural light. Hardwood floors in a warm tone run throughout, contrasting softly with the white and blue palette. Three pendant lights with clear glass shades hang over the island, while recessed ceiling lights illuminate the space evenly. The far end reveals a cozy breakfast nook with a built-in banquette framed by multiple windows.

Kitchen Window Countertop

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

A bright kitchen window countertop lined with clear glass bottles, each holding a vibrant orange tulip, adding a pop of color. The countertop is polished white marble with subtle veining, creating a clean and elegant look. A modern stainless steel faucet and an under-mount white sink are positioned beneath large, multi-pane windows that offer expansive views of a green backyard and patio furniture. The windows feature classic white framing, enhancing the historic yet fresh aesthetic. The outdoor greenery and soft natural light offer a tranquil, airy atmosphere that blends indoor and outdoor living beautifully.

Breakfast Nook

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

The cozy nook is bathed in natural light from large, multi-pane windows that wrap around two walls, creating an inviting, airy atmosphere. A round wooden table anchors the seating area, surrounded by four woven, textured chairs that add warmth and rustic charm. The walls are painted a soft, earthy tan, complementing the warm hardwood floors and white trim that frames the windows and built-in bench storage. The bench extends under the windows, topped with a polished wood surface for additional seating or display. A unique chandelier made from green bottles hangs above the table, offering a creative antique touch. Small decorative plates adorn the wall, adding subtle character.

Living Room Details

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

Teal blue built-in bookshelves flank a classic black fireplace, creating a symmetrical focal point in this living room. The walls and trim are painted the same rich teal, adding depth and a calming atmosphere. A large wooden coffee table with a rustic finish sits atop a vibrant red and blue patterned area rug. Soft, neutral furnishings include a white upholstered sofa adorned with a textured blue and cream pillow, and two tan leather armchairs with black trim, adding warmth and contrast. The room is brightened by natural light coming through windows framed in white trim and cream curtains.

Living Room Seating Area

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

The room is painted in a calming muted blue, complemented by dark blue molding and a fireplace surround, creating a serene yet sophisticated atmosphere. Hardwood floors bring warmth, accentuated by a richly patterned red and blue rug under the central seating. Two tan leather chairs face a white upholstered sofa, centered around a simple rectangular wooden coffee table with clean lines. Large windows on the right side allow ample natural light, brightening the space and highlighting a potted plant near the bay window. Built-in shelves and cabinets frame the walls, holding books and décor, while classic brass wall sconces add a historic touch. A framed painting above the fireplace adds a cultural and artistic element to the inviting space.

Dining Room Table and Lighting

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

A long wooden dining table with a polished surface dominates the space, adorned with a simple white table runner and a decorative centerpiece. Wooden spindle-back chairs with curved backs line both sides of the table. Above hangs a cluster of pendant lights with clear glass shades in different shapes, adding a modern touch to the classic setting. The room contains large windows dressed with golden-yellow curtains, letting in natural light that brightens the neutral cream walls topped with detailed crown molding. Hardwood floors and white wainscoting complete the elegant, timeless design.

Living Room Seating

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

A spacious living room with light hardwood floors and soft neutral walls illuminated by natural light from large multi-pane windows, dressed with simple dark gray curtains. Two plush taupe sofas face a unique live-edge wooden coffee table centered on a natural fiber area rug, creating a cozy seating arrangement. A classic white fireplace with detailed molding anchors one wall, flanked by modern black sconces and topped by a muted framed artwork. A flat-screen TV sits near the fireplace, while a billiards table near the windows adds a recreational touch, blending comfort and leisure in a cohesive, understated design.

Bedroom with Fireplace

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

Soft beige walls and vaulted ceilings create an airy, serene atmosphere in this spacious bedroom. A brick fireplace with a white wooden mantel adds warmth and historic charm, flanked by two black lanterns inside the hearth. Natural light filters through sheer white curtains on two large windows. The bed, with white linens and a brown throw, rests on an intricately patterned pale area rug that covers polished hardwood floors. A minimalist curved sofa with neutral-toned pillows and a small marble round table with an orchid blossom provide subtle elegance and balance the room’s blend of comfort and classic elements.

Master Bedroom Sitting Area

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

A spacious master bedroom with a vaulted ceiling painted white enhances an airy and open feel. Warm beige walls unify the room with a soft neutral palette, complemented by hardwood floors and a large patterned area rug that defines the sitting space. A white upholstered loveseat faces a wooden dresser topped with a flat-screen TV. A classic white fireplace with a brick interior adds a cozy touch beneath two windows covered with sheer white curtains, allowing natural light to brighten the room. Earth-toned bedding and a throw blanket coordinate with neutral pillows, creating a calm, inviting retreat. A green potted plant adds a subtle natural accent.

Bathroom Vanity and Tub Area

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

The bathroom combines warm neutrals with natural light, creating a welcoming and serene atmosphere. A wooden vanity with vertical grooves and black knobs spans one wall, topped with a white countertop featuring dual black faucets. Above it, three mirrored cabinets extend horizontally, bordered by a simple black light fixture with exposed bulbs. The floor is tiled in beige with decorative patterned inserts near the vanity and tub. A white toilet sits beside a window with white blinds, allowing daylight to fill the space. Rolled white towels on a wooden bench and a towel hook add cozy touches against beadboard wainscoting on the lower wall.

Cozy Bedroom Nook

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

The bedroom nook presents a peaceful, compact setting under a sloped ceiling which adds character to the space. The walls are painted in a warm beige tone that complements the white trim and built-in cabinetry along one wall, offering practical storage with small doors and drawers. Natural light streams in through two white-framed windows, brightening the room and highlighting the simple, clean lines of the white quilted bedspread. Hardwood floors lend warmth and texture, with a small fluffy white rug adding softness and a touch of coziness to this charming, intimate corner of the home.

Bathroom Vanity Area

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

The vanity area features a sleek, modern sink with a white countertop contrasting against a textured dark blue cabinet with vertical grooves. The faucet and matching handles are in a warm brass finish that adds a touch of elegance. The wall is adorned with a soft blue floral patterned wallpaper, creating a delicate and inviting atmosphere. Above the sink hangs a round mirror with a thin brass frame, reflecting natural light from a nearby window. A dual-bulb brass and black light fixture is mounted above the mirror, complementing the mirror’s warmth and enhancing the bathroom’s subtle vintage charm.

Bedroom with Vintage Touches

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

A modest bedroom with a warm, neutral color palette of beige walls and white trim provides a soft and calming atmosphere. The hardwood floor has a rich, natural finish that adds warmth and classic charm. The bed is dressed in a white quilt with subtle floral patterns, paired with white pillows. A small gray nightstand with brass knobs and a table lamp sits beside the bed. Opposite the bed, a light green chest of drawers adds a gentle splash of color under a bright window. The windows have classic white framing and blinds, allowing natural light to fill the room. A ceiling fan with wooden blades and a light fixture hangs overhead, blending function with simple style.

Children’s Bedroom

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

Compact bedroom with a natural wood bunk bed placed against a soft beige wall. Each bunk is dressed in matching colorful bedding with playful graphic prints and coordinating cushions in vibrant hues. Two windows, adorned with simple white curtains, allow natural light to brighten the hardwood floors and the muted area rug covering a section of the floor. White baseboards provide crisp contrast to the neutral walls, creating a clean, inviting atmosphere. Minimal furnishings keep the room spacious, and the ceiling-mounted light fixture adds functionality without disrupting the simplistic and cozy design.

Bedroom with Fireplace

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

Soft beige walls surround a cozy bedroom with polished hardwood floors that add warmth to the space. The bed, topped with a pink and white quilt, is centrally positioned against one wall, complimented by plush accent pillows and a delicate lace bed skirt. A classic white fireplace with a simple mantel anchors one corner, with a potted orchid adding a touch of natural elegance. Two crisp white-trimmed windows allow abundant natural light to stream in, brightening the room and providing views of surrounding greenery. The ceiling fan above blends modern utility with a traditional ceiling height.

Mudroom Storage Area

Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley

The room has a practical and welcoming layout with a large, round woven rug centered on a diagonally patterned tile floor in beige and terracotta tones. Cream-colored walls and white trim accentuate the bright and airy feel. A wall-mounted wooden cubby with six open compartments stores bags, baskets, and umbrellas. Adjacent, double white paneled doors open into a closet or storage space. A coat rack with simple wooden pegs holds a cozy, light brown shearling jacket near a window dressed with a woven Roman shade in earth tones. Hardwood flooring is visible beyond the open doorway.

Listing Agent: Teri Adler of MGS Group Real Estate LTD – Wellesley via Zillow 

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