Home of the Week: 70 Birds Hill Ave, Needham

Set slightly elevated on a beautiful knoll, this gorgeous five-bedroom colonial beautifully showcases its sharp, architectural lines and rises above all other homes on the Needham real estate market. Its open floor plan and well-appointed features substantiate that initial impression and prospective homebuyers will not be disappointed on their journey from beginning to end.

Layers of wood on the welcoming farmer's porch not only warmly greet guests but sets the tone as the perfect introduction into this hospitable home where this organic material shines throughout. The 13 x 11 square foot two-story foyer acts as a secondary preamble where gleaming hardwood floors and custom millwork are unique physical invitations into its sinuous blueprint.

With columns and free-standing walls subtly dividing spaces, each room on this level flows effortlessly providing the ideal setting for entertaining and uniting families on a daily basis. This first floor offers a 19 x 19 square foot living room, a 16 x 13 square foot formal dining area, a 20 x 13 square foot family room and a 16 x 12 square foot chef's kitchen fully equipped with premier ingredients. This floor also includes an 11 x 7 study and a 16 x 13 bedroom and a full bath.

The second level hosts spacious lodging accommodations with a 19 x 19 square foot master suite with a cathedral ceiling, walk-in closet and exterior balcony, and three bedrooms measuring at 19 x 11, 15 x 13 and 12 x 12 square feet. Both the third story and finished basement resourcefully utilize the generous footprint of this home with rooms for leisure and recreational uses. The third floor contains a 13 x 7 square foot bonus room while the walk-out lower floor boasts a 25 x 13 square foot exercise room and a 25 x 23 square foot game room.

Once potential homebuyers finish admiring this home's interior features, attention and admiration will be focused on its grounds and location. A large level 9,148 square foot yard with its oversized deck supply great opportunities for outdoor enjoyment. It is also located in the highly sought after Birds Hill neighborhood within walking distance to the commuter rail station, schools and retailing. At only three years young, this property is just as economically advantageous as new construction and presents all the character and amenities of today's popular designing trends.

Location: 70 Birds Hill Ave.
Price: $1,249,900
Rooms: 13
Bedrooms: 5
Baths: 4 full
Living Area: 4,769 sq. ft.
Lot Size: 9,148 sq. ft. (.21 acre)
Listing Agent: Tish Kennedy Dolan, Louise Condon Realty, 617-543-8526

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