Concord Home of the Week: 314 Thoreau St.

The home at 314 Thoreau St. can only be described as a Victorian masterpiece. With the perfect blend of understated timeless style and convenient open living spaces, this home meets every need and desire on a discerning buyer’s wish list.

Its first and most noticeable attribute is its location: Only steps to Emerson field, Alcott Elementary, CCHS, Main Street shops and the commuter rail, this home offers all this and more within walking distance. For prospective homebuyers searching for a "green" lifestyle, this is the neighborhood.

Secondly, its traditional Victorian style is epitomized by its details, which include classic moldings, wainscoting, a vintage pantry, crown moldings and a front-to-back staircase. This home is quintessential New England, however, thoughtful renovations will also nicely accommodate today's daily routines and entertaining.

It offers an updated floor plan that blends seamlessly with the formal spaces. The rear of the home is bright and open with an expansive kitchen, dining, and family room, an interior blueprint so popular in today's new construction. In addition, the family area gives way to a charming covered porch, big enough for patio furniture and a chaise to enjoy the warmer months. The porch overlooks a private flat and fenced-in yard, a rare commodity given its prime in-town location. Sited on the corner of Thoreau Street, the two car garage is easily accessed from the Walden Terrace cul-de-sac. Above the two car garage is a bonus apartment perfect for in-laws, an au-pair and even supplemental income opportunities.

Everyday entry is easily accessible through the thoughtfully designed mud room lined with a durable slate floor and built-ins. This is a perfect transition between the informal side entrance or garage and the family space. The gourmet kitchen delivers top-end appliances, honed soapstone counter tops, a center island prep area and desk space. The open eat-in dining/family room has classic touches including hardwood floors, a beamed ceiling, transom windows and built-in bookcases.

The formal center flawlessly defines traditional Victorian with an understated dining room drenched in natural sunlight from an enormous bay window while the living room boasts high ceilings, walls of windows and dental crown mantle surrounding the brick fireplace. The living room, while formal in its original intention, is an alluring and peaceful everyday room for all to enjoy.

The second floor hosts family and guest bedrooms, a laundry room, a full family bath and a true master suite with soaring vaulted ceilings, views of the private back yard, a walk-in closet and a large marble bath with a claw-footed tub; this in-home get-away is the crown jewel of this masterful property. The third floor offers a bonus or play room or bedroom suite, perfect for an au-pair or teenage get-away. This story also offers ample seasonal storage, a cedar closet, and a full bath.

With over 4,200 square feet of living space, a guest apartment, classic finishes, triple prime location and a large fenced-in yard, this highly desirable address should and will be at the top of every potential homebuyer's residential list.

Location: 314 Thoreau St.

Price: $1,795,000

Rooms: 13

Bedrooms: 6

Baths: 4 full, 1 half

Living Area: 4,273 sq. ft.

Lot Size: 20,038 sq. ft. (.46 acre)

Listing Agent: Zur Attias, The Attias Group, 978-621-0734

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