Dedham Home of the Week: 347 Westfield St.

The entrance to 347 Westfield St. initiates through a winding country road and opens into a charming country home that majestically rests on a picturesque knoll on three acres of pristine land filled with mature trees, delightful rock gardens and flowering shrubbery. Inside, the 72 year-old house lives up to its enchanting introduction with generous room proportions filled with old-world charm and vintage details that have been enhanced with many recent upgrades and renovations.

The front foyer welcomes guests with a unique curved front door and a Chippendale-style staircase flanked by a fireplaced living and dining room. The 19 x 27 square foot paneled living room opens into a serene 12 x 16 square foot sunroom and a timeless stone balcony overlooking scenic views of lush lawns, a brook and a private wooded landscape. The 20 x 12 square foot kitchen and 24 x 12 square foot family room combine resources into an open flowing space more reminiscent of new contemporary homes and will very comfortably serve as the heart of this home. The totally renovated 20 x 12 square foot kitchen boasts many high-end modern amenities with upgrades appliances, new cabinets, Caesarstone countertops, windows, flooring, recessed lighting and a new wall air conditioning unit.

The second level consists of many diverse rooms, two with fireplaces, and all with incredible amounts of closet space. It offers a 20 x 14 square foot master suite with a luxurious private full bath, four additional spacious bedrooms, two full baths, a home office and laundry area.

While this property's layers of sophistication and comfort are enticing enough for serious purchasing consideration, its constructive advantages will also appeal to the savvy homebuyer. In addition to the renovated kitchen and family room, it has also received an upgraded electrical system, new security system, new gutters, roof repair, a cleaned and insulated attic, chimney inspection and cleaning with new flues, a new laundry area with high-end washer/dryer, refinished floors and a freshly painted interior.

In addition to its own thriving grounds, this property is adjacent to the Wilson Mountain walking trails and when residents need a change from their serene rural life, historic Dedham Village and Legacy Place are nearby as well as convenient access to major routes. Honestly, is there anything this attractive residential prospect doesn't offer?

Location: 347 Westfield St.

Price: $1,095,000

Rooms: 11

Bedrooms: 5

Baths: 3 full, 1 half

Living Area: 3,054 sq. ft.

Lot Size: 121,968 sq. ft. (2.8 acres)

Listing Agent: Hope McDermott, Hope McDermott Real Estate, 617-922-7579

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