Winchester Home of the Week: 161 Cambridge St.

This circa 1854 farmhouse is an incredibly unique piece of property with its rich historical features yet decorated with a sophistication that seamlessly blends the centuries of its construction to present preferences. Given each age, it is evident that each owner through the years took meticulous consideration to the home's valuable heritage bestowing the honor and responsibility of future owners to preserve the legacy of its era.

The charming farmhouse architecture represents a classic New England elegance that is displayed throughout the town of Winchester. Inside, it boasts elevated ceilings and many constructive details such as built-ins, window seats and oversized, and often elaborate windows treatments. Potential homeowners, however, will be more than pleasantly surprised when they tour the home and discover a modern sophistication and the seamless blending of the past with the present.

The four rooms on the first level offer both formal and comfortable settings within a contemporary floor plan. The spacious kitchen boasts not only a casual dining space, but also a lovely sitting area and the large family room sets a warm, casual atmosphere which is enhanced by a gas fireplace. Both the dining and living rooms flaunt a seasoned balance for formal entertaining within an inviting and relaxed ambiance.

The second floor presents a master suite with two additional bedrooms and a laundry area while the third level provides a convenient option for a teenager or nanny suite with a fourth bedroom, full private bath, built-ins and a skylight.

This magnificent home also offers wonderful outdoor accommodations with a private, backyard, rear deck and front farmer's porch, all overlooking the mature and colorful plantings throughout the over 1/4 acre landscape.

With almost 3,300 square feet of living space, this home can comfortably accommodate the many changing stages of a growing family and genuinely achieves the ultimate goals of a homeowner; a secure and welcoming home with touch of luxury.

Location: 161 Cambridge St.

Price: $1,049,000

Rooms: 10

Bedrooms: 4

Baths: 3 full, 1 half

Living Area: 3,297 sq. ft.

Lot Size: 12,139 sq. ft. (28 acre)

Listing Agent: Nan Shanahan, Shanahan Real Estate, 781-729-9030