83 Washington Avenue

This rare offering features a delightful 1886 carriage house at the very summit of Avon Hill! An arched garden gate leads the way to this historic gem hidden 200 yards off distinguished Washington Avenue. Inside, the property boasts original beadboard walls and ceilings, period metalwork, wide-plank wooden floors, exposed wooden beams and abundant sunshine. Central heating and cooling! Two generous open-plan areas for relaxing and entertaining can be enjoyed along with the dining area. In addition to 3 bedrooms with built-in closets (including a walk-in in the largest bedroom) there is a fourth room with a door perfectly suited for an office or nursery. Two full bathrooms feature antique vanities, Moroccan tiles and a charming clawfoot tub. Spacious unfinished basement area for storage. Up to 3 cars can park in the pebble driveway at no additional cost. Enjoy a spacious private country garden featuring fruit trees, flagstone patio and flowers, with landscaping services (mowing, leaves, trimming etc) paid by owners (6K value)! Yard enclosed with attractive wooden fencing, soon to receive a new section completely enclosing the secret garden. Convenient to Harvard Square, Porter/Harvard red line, shops in Porter Square. Some solid wood furnishings can be included.