This stunning century home, located in the heart of Waban, Newton, blends historic charm with modern luxury on a 3/4 acre manicured plot. Featuring classic brick architecture, the estate boasts elegant living spaces with fireplaces, bow windows, and detailed woodwork. Built in an era emblematic of timeless craftsmanship, it has been updated with smart home technology, a custom kitchen, and a sophisticated theater room. The expansive 4-bedroom, 3-ensuite-bath layout includes multiple fireplaces, soaring ceilings, and impressive millwork. Listed at $4,650,000, this remarkable home offers privacy, convenience near Waban center and Boston, and premium amenities ideal for upscale country living.

Front Yard Entrance

A classic red brick walkway leads straight to the warm wooden front door of a stately two-story brick home. The house’s facade is highlighted by multi-paned windows with stone lintels, and two tall chimneys rise above the slate roof. Stone pillars topped with ornamental lanterns frame the entrance to the property, complemented by a short stone wall interspersed with greenery. The lush lawn is neatly manicured and bordered with various shrubs and trees, providing a balanced contrast between the natural greenery and the reddish-brick architecture under a partly cloudy blue sky.

Historic Brick Home Exterior

Two-story red brick house with several gabled roof sections covered in grey slate shingles. Multiple chimneys rise from the roofline, hinting at fireplaces inside. A trio of multi-paned windows on the upper level echo the design of the large bay windows on the main floor, adding elegance. The house is surrounded by manicured low hedges, small trees, and lush green lawn extending across the foreground. Mature pine and deciduous trees flank the property, creating a stately, private atmosphere. The building reflects classic American colonial revival architecture, with clean lines and a solid, timeless presence under a bright blue sky.

Front Entrance

Brick steps lead up to a classic wooden front door framed by two vertical glass panels. The exterior walls consist of meticulously laid red bricks with varying tones, enhancing a timeless, historic ambiance. Two sizable bay windows on either side feature white-painted window frames, offering symmetry and charm to the facade. The left bay window sits beneath a small manually tiled roof while the right is crowned with a matching slate roof, maintaining architectural cohesion. Well-maintained shrubbery and greenery surround the front entrance with a brick pathway cutting through the vibrant green lawn. A vintage streetlamp adds character to the entryway, evoking an inviting and serene atmosphere.

Entryway with Dining View

The space displays a warm, inviting entryway with a solid wood front door adorned with elegant stained glass panels on either side and above. The floors are finished in polished hardwood that extends seamlessly into the adjacent dining area, which is visible through a wide open doorway. A plush, intricately patterned area rug in deep reds and blues anchors the entry space. White walls and tall baseboards create a bright, airy environment complemented by ornate crown molding. Furnishings include a sleek mid-century modern sideboard topped with minimalistic vases and a round mirror with a thin gold frame, enhancing the room’s sophisticated simplicity. Light fixtures include a sparkling crystal chandelier and a geometric brass pendant in the dining area, marrying classic and modern styles with perfect harmony.

Entryway and Living Room

Bright entry with polished honey-toned hardwood floors extends into an open-concept living room. Crisp white walls and wide crown moldings with detailed wainscoting create a classic, elegant aesthetic. A large Persian-style area rug adds deep burgundy and blue hues that complement the rich wood of the front door. The living room hosts a neutral-toned sofa centered on a fireplace flanked by windows and French doors. To the right, wooden staircase with red carpet runner and white balusters adds warmth and historic charm. A crystal chandelier overhead adds refined sparkle to the space.

Living Room Seating Area

The sitting area is anchored by a pale blue, modern sofa complemented with patterned throw pillows, centered on a large blue and white patterned rug. A round, white marble coffee table sits atop the rug, adding a sleek, contemporary touch. The space is framed by wide, white-painted wood trim and built-in window seating adorned with neutral and patterned cushions. Expansive windows fill the room with natural light and offer views of the outdoors. Light wood flooring pairs with white walls and ceiling, while architectural columns and half-walls define the room, maintaining an open, airy feel.

Living Room with Fireplace

A bright and spacious living room characterized by white walls and ceiling, enhancing natural light from a large bank of divided-light windows overlooking the garden. A built-in window seat with decorative cushions runs beneath the windows, adding inviting charm. The focal point is a classic fireplace framed in white wood paneling and dark green tile, flanked by two brass sconces. The room is anchored by a large patterned area rug with blue tones, complementing two modern blue leather lounge chairs set on sleek metal legs. Hardwood floors add warmth, while recessed lighting and cove lighting create a soft ambient glow.

Sunroom Seating Area

Bright natural light floods this cozy sunroom through large windows and glass doors framed with sheer white curtains. Soft gray armchairs with crisp white pillows face a round, textured knit ottoman serving as a centerpiece. A small, delicate side table with a marble top complements the seating arrangement. The built-in cabinetry along one wall provides ample storage with paneled doors below and open shelving above, displaying minimalist decor, including a white vase, a miniature airplane, and a small gong. The floor combines warm wood and tile accents, enhancing the serene, airy atmosphere.

Living Room Seating Area

A bright living room with large, multi-pane windows allowing abundant natural light to flood the space. The room has warm honey-toned hardwood floors and beadboard wood paneling halfway up the walls, finished in a rich orange-brown hue. A generous light gray sectional sofa is set around a matching ottoman on a sizable neutral-toned area rug, creating a cozy conversation nook. A small modern gray accent chair adds contrast. White trim accents the windows and doorways, which lead into an adjoining room with glass French doors, complementing the room’s airy, inviting, and classic yet modern aesthetic.

Living Room

The bright living room includes an L-shaped gray sectional sofa and matching ottoman centered on a light-colored textured area rug. A small dark gray accent chair adds contrast. The room is accented by honey-toned wood paneling halfway up the walls, topped with crisp white trim and a matching baseboard, which complements the warm hardwood floor. Multiple large windows with white frames flood the space with natural light. The high ceiling features a unique recessed upper window design, lined in natural wood that echoes the paneling below, creating a harmonious blend of warmth and modern simplicity.

Kitchen Island and Counters

Long kitchen layout with polished wood cabinetry in warm honey tones extends above and below granite countertops. A central island mirrors the cabinetry, topped with matching granite, providing additional prep space. Stainless steel dishwasher and built-in microwave are integrated into the cabinets. The backsplash is accented with a decorative tile border, blending seamlessly with the neutral wall tiles. Large window floods the space with natural light, highlighting the wood flooring that complements the cabinetry. Recessed ceiling lights evenly illuminate the space, while a narrow patterned rug near the sink area adds a cozy touch.

Breakfast Nook

A charming breakfast nook bathed in natural light from a semi-circular arrangement of tall, multi-pane windows that provide panoramic views of the lush garden outside. The space is anchored by a round, gray dining table centered on a large, cream-colored woven rug. Surrounding the table are four sleek, modern chairs upholstered in soft gray fabric with black metal legs, complementing the light hardwood floors. White walls and trim contribute to a bright, clean aesthetic, while a potted leafy green plant adds a touch of natural color and liveliness near the corner. A glimpse of warm wooden cabinetry from the kitchen enhances the cozy, inviting atmosphere.

Dining Room with Bay Window

A spacious dining area centered around a large, dark wood table seating eight with sleek, modern gray chairs. The room is illuminated by a prominent brass chandelier with candle-like bulbs that adds a touch of elegance. Light hardwood flooring extends across the space, complementing the crisp white walls and trim. A bay window with multiple panes invites abundant natural light while offering views of tall greenery outside. Simple crown molding and a white fireplace mantel with a glossy black hearth add subtle historic character. The open doorway leads to an adjoining room with cabinetry, enhancing the home’s fluid layout.

Entryway Mudroom

The space is designed as a practical entryway mudroom with a warm wooden front door featuring three small frosted glass panels and a side glass panel for light. The flooring consists of large beige tiles arranged in a grid pattern, enhancing durability and ease of cleaning. Along one wall, a built-in wooden bench with vertical slats provides seating, beneath which cubbies offer organized shoe storage. Above the bench, open shelving holds woven baskets for additional storage, and a row of metal hooks runs beneath for hanging coats or bags. A green potted plant adds a touch of nature and color contrast to the neutral, clean, and welcoming space.

Living Room with Built-in Media Center

Bright living area centered around a large, custom built-in wooden media console that includes open shelving for books and cabinets for storage. The woodwork is richly finished, contrasting with the light cream walls and ceiling. Two curved, modern white armchairs sit on a geometric striped rug, facing the mounted flat-screen television. Natural light floods in from a trio of large framed windows with white trim. The hardwood floor continues into a long, straight hallway visible to the right, suggesting a spacious, open-flow layout in the home. A potted green plant adds a touch of nature to the clean, contemporary design.

Bright Master Bedroom

Spacious master bedroom with vaulted ceilings and abundant natural light streaming through large, multi-pane windows. Walls painted in a soft, neutral tone enhance the airy feel, complemented by warm, honey-colored hardwood floors. The bed is fitted with crisp white linens and several textured pillows resting against a simple, modern headboard. A gray patterned rug defines the sleeping area, along with a matching upholstered bench at the bed’s foot. Two minimalist leaf-themed artworks hang above the bed. To the right, an open doorway leads to a bathroom featuring green tiled walls, adding a subtle pop of color. Simple, elegant furnishings create a calm, refined atmosphere.

Bathroom Vanity and Shower

The bathroom is designed with a long, wide vanity featuring white cabinetry contrasted by a dark, polished stone countertop with two under-mount sinks. Silver hardware and classic polished chrome faucets provide a subtle elegant touch. Above the vanity, a large mirror spans the length of the counter, surrounded at the top by modern, evenly spaced light fixtures emitting soft white light. The floor is tiled in warm beige tones set in a linear pattern, leading to a walk-in shower enclosed with glass. Inside the shower, blue-green square tiles offer a cool, refreshing contrast to the neutral room, while the curved ceiling details add architectural interest.

Bathroom Shower and Tub

The bathroom reveals a calming neutral palette of soft greens, grays, and beiges in square ceramic tiles enveloping the shower and tub surround. The walk-in shower is enclosed with frameless glass, displaying multiple shower heads and a built-in bench tiled for comfort. Adjacent is a large soaking bathtub with modern chrome fixtures, positioned under two large, multi-paned windows that allow ample natural light to brighten the space. The floor carries a detailed mosaic pattern bordered to complement the wall tiles. White walls and ceiling with recessed lighting enhance the airy, clean, and serene ambiance.

Bedroom with Reading Nook

Bright, minimalist bedroom with white walls and ample natural light streaming through two windows. Hardwood floors with a light-colored area rug anchor the modern queen-sized bed dressed in white linens and a blue knitted throw. Two black nightstands flank the bed, each supporting a tall, sleek lamp. A small wooden table with two chairs is placed near a large framed art of vintage airplanes. Clean lines and simple furnishings create an airy, uncluttered atmosphere, while subtle contrast arises from the dark furniture against the light walls and floor, lending a fresh and cozy vibe.

Bathroom Corner Shower

A compact bathroom showcases a corner glass shower enclosure with metal framing and beige tiles. The beige tile pattern extends around the shower, complementing the light wall color, creating a warm neutral palette. Adjacent to the shower, a white toilet sits against the wall, while a vanity unit with white beadboard cabinet doors and drawers supports a beige marble countertop with an under-mount sink and polished chrome faucets. A large mirror spans the vanity area, reflecting light, and a chrome towel ring with a white hand towel hangs near the sink, promoting a clean, simple, and functional design.

Bedroom with Seating Area

Light cream walls and white trim complement the honey-toned hardwood floors, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. A neatly made bed with a soft gray upholstered headboard is dressed in playful blue cartoon-themed bedding, suggesting a child’s or young person’s room. Against the far wall, a modern gray loveseat sits on a textured gray rug, positioned near two adjacent large windows that allow natural light to flood the space. An interlocking foam mat covers part of the floor, offering a safe and cushioned play area. The overall aesthetic balances comfort, practicality, and child-friendly touches.

Bathroom Vanity and Tub

White cabinetry lines the right side with classic raised panel doors and brushed metal knobs, topped by a smooth, solid surface countertop with an integrated Sink. Polished chrome fixtures complement the clean, neutral palette of walls. A large rectangular mirror above the vanity reflects the adjoining space, amplifying the room’s light. The bathtub is enclosed with a shower curtain in shades of gray and beige, contrasting gently with the cream-colored tiled bathtub surround, decorated with a band of small blue square tiles. The floor features a grid of light blue tiles, adding subtle color to the predominantly white and beige design. A wall art piece with a whimsical image of a bear in a bathtub adds a playful touch above the white toilet. The overall aesthetic is clean, simple, and functional with subtle classic and modern details.

Home Theater Room

Plush black leather reclining seats with built-in cup holders face a large projection screen, creating a luxurious movie-watching environment. Warm, rich wood paneling lines the walls and door frames, contrasting elegantly with the deep red carpet underfoot. The ceiling is painted black to minimize light reflection, with recessed lighting discreetly illuminating the room. Intricate crown molding, highlighted with subtle ambient lighting, adds a classic, sophisticated touch. The room’s design emphasizes comfort and immersion, blending high-end theater technology with traditional decorative elements typical of an upscale historic American home.

Basement Lounge Area

A spacious basement lounge with light wood flooring and neutral off-white walls creating an airy atmosphere. A beige sofa adorned with red throw pillows sits beneath a small window framed by dark curtains. Flanking the sofa are two mid-century style wooden side tables, one supporting a modern white lamp. A built-in bar with a granite countertop occupies the far corner, accompanied by three leather bar stools in a warm mustard tone. A small wall-mounted television above the bar area and minimal décor ensure the space is functional yet uncluttered, blending modern comfort with simple elegance.

Listing Agent: Benna Lynch Rondini of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate via Zillow