This home is likely to appeal to so many diverse buyers. For those looking to trade up to a larger home with two-car garage, family room and master suite, this historic house has amazing amenities and is sited on a spectacular 1/4 lot, and sits in the east side of Melrose, yet is convenient to our thriving downtown.
For those who truly appreciate museum quality detail and can envision living in a home with five fireplaces and pine floors with boards so wide it will amaze all the craftsmen you meet, the Nathan Upham house holds amazing appeal. Kitchen has been refreshed with new appliances, floor, granite counters and lighting. Family room with wood ceiling, magnificent brick hearth and new built-ins has been renovated and the bright colors make the historic details pop. Formal dining room with extra wide hearth and fireplace calls for Thanksgiving company and also boasts a picture window, china closet and those most noteworthy floors. Formal parlor with third fireplace on first floor. Front and back staircase. Fourth bedroom has access through existing bedroom. Generous bath off of master bedroom. The two fireplaces on the second floor have been blocked but owners believe they would work with a little expert guidance.
The large, level yard is full of perennials, gardens and heritage shrubs and a spectacular blueberry bush. Rock outcrop in the yard not only adds interesting sculpture to the landscape but seems to be an attraction for youngsters for play.
Fun items that should be noted. There is a well under kitchen not used by current owners; some electric has been updated with new CB box, but expect some older plugs and a bit of knob and tube wiring. The turnaround in the driveway ameliorates having to back out of the driveway.
Ideal location for commuters, those who need great access to Rte 1 to get to the airport and for those who want a “walkable” home near parks, Mt. Hood golf and conservation land for sledding and fishing and also near the historic downtown district of Melrose with specialty shops, Mexican, Seafood and Bistro restaurants, YMCA and close to bus and train.
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