Sweeping views from Manchester Harbor to Marblehead and Salem coastline.
Ever changing views with Yachts passing in and out of the harbor and sailboat races in your backyard.
Multiple Islands: Bakers, House, Ram, Misery and Chubb - each with their own unique history provide intriguing ocean-scapes and glow in the reflecting sunsets.
Irreplaceable ocean edge pool that is heated and has panoramic views and makes one feel like they are on a boat.
Tastefully and fully fenced area connects the covered back porch with the outdoor kitchen and pool area for great outdoor living.
Private tidal beach with staircase access to launch kayaks/paddle boards or dinghy to get to your own Mooring in front of the beach. Or swim to the float nearby!
Hard surfaced Sport Court for tennis, backboard, pickle, basketball and other fun keeps everyone active.
Shady side lawn provides an elevated view to catch the breeze or wander out onto the flat rock coastal plateau for sunrise yoga or contemplative sunsets.
The compact and manageable estate has all you need to enhance your lifestyle and enjoy the waterfront to its fullest.
Carefully designed around a majestic Oak tree, this 2009 rebuild reflects high quality construction and historic details: flared shingle style, intricate decorative shingle patterns, eyebrow dormers, lighthouse tower and shingle voids that allow light to filter into the great room.
The cobblestone circular driveway frames the Oak tree, gives access to 4 points of entry to the house and provides ample parking.
The square tower chimney with its arched brick front was rebuilt brick-by-brick to replicate the original notable chimney when it was improved from a barn to a cottage in 1873.
Elegant wave patterned shingles are above the entry portico leading to a solid paneled front door with sidelights that is highlighted by 2 double columns that frame the curved steps and rounded exterior siding.
Covered porch side entrance connects the mudroom and the garage with an exterior storage bay.
Newer stones used to build the new foundation were faced with veneer cut from old Rockport granite on site to match the waterside and great room foundation, which is original to the house in 1896.
Oceanside covered porch connects first-floor rooms to the outside living space with a screened porch for alfresco dining and 3-season porch with a pizza oven that leads to the Great Room.
Lawn level access to the pool changing rooms, bathroom and extra laundry facility.
Formal entry way with curved panel archway that frames the ocean view draws you into the “Living Hall” with a gas fireplace crowned with the original delicate mantel.
Updated 2023 kitchen is the heart of the home with a massive center island with solid wood edging that provides comfortable seating. The walk-in pantry is a delight. Custom quality cabinetry with ample storage, great counter space, built-in espresso/coffee machine, SubZero refrigerator and freezer make this a gathering spot.
Kitchen is open to a wood fireplace surrounded by built-ins with comfortable seating for hanging out. A dining nook with a circular table is ready for any meal. French doors lead to the spacious covered porch.
Custom mudroom connects the garage and back staircase and leads to half bath and den/office with screened porch.
Formal dining room is used as a larger family/media room but could be converted back.
Powder room and separate bar area buffer the paneled library with a cozy gas fireplace and double that doors provide privacy.
Original music room built in 1896 was renovated in 2009 and is now used as a Great Room. History was preserved with the lower wall paneling remaining. According to Manchester Historical Society, the doors of the broad aisle pews of the Old West Church on Cambridge St in Boston that was being taken over by the Boston Public Library were bought by Mr. Boardman and used as dado in the music room.
Great Room with a dining area and generous seating around the large wood-burning fireplace often used by the current owner for large gatherings. Tall contiguous windows allow sunlight to flow in and provide amazing views.
3 staircases lead to the second level.
Living space can be intimate for 2 or expanded for family fun with hidden doors that close off the Great Room.
Grand sweeping central staircase dominates the front entry. Wide shallow stairs lead up to a large landing area adorned with a custom locally made stained glass window.
Wraparound balcony hallway provides access to the hidden 3rd floor staircase and to 7 bedrooms (6 ensuite) that can be segmented into 5 distinct suites with 2 suites each containing 2 bedrooms.
Primary suite has its own original circular staircase from the Great Room. His-and-her bathrooms and separate dressing rooms plus a bonus room that can be used as an office, exercise room or extra bedroom create a spacious oasis. A gas fireplace, sitting area and French doors to an open balcony make this a very special suite.
Two ocean-facing suites with walk-in closets have covered turrets that beckon one outside to enjoy the ocean air.
One ensuite bedroom facing the fabulous Oak tree has a lovely fireplace.
Beyond the mudroom staircase and large well laid out laundry room are 2 additional bedroom suites that can be combined into a family suite for guests or children returning with their families.
The second floor provides plenty of privacy and separation; each section has access to a nearby staircase.
Third floor can be used as storage or bonus space.
Cork flooring abates sound and is great for a hobby/arts and crafts room with a work sink.
Open room could also be an exercise room. There is a half bath. Carpeted turret tower room can be a creative space for meditation or music.
Carpeted, closed off room with sound muffling fabric can be an office, recording studio or quiet getaway.
Three roofline transom windows frame views of the islands perfectly.
Staircase from the mudroom hallway leads to a large wine cellar and to the spacious playroom with cork flooring that opens to the home theatre area. Peekaboo window in the staircase allows for a quick check on teenagers or easy communication.
Two pool changing rooms and a full bathroom with extra laundry facilities complete the living space.
Walkout access to the poolside yard.
Plenty of storage space under the Great Room for outdoor furniture and toys. Storage closets are also ample and a few rooms contain all the house systems.
Geothermal and Solar mechanical system heats the pool and provides most of the heating and cooling for the whole house. Radiant heat is throughout the first floor and in all bathrooms. There is a mix of FHA and FHW on the second and third floors. Natural gas in the house.
Lower level is dry and usable. The whole house was insulated and is energy efficient.
J Barrett & Company supports the principles of both the Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity Acts.
Fabyan and Filias Team
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