Listed for $1,450,000

There are homes that feel rooted to their surroundings, and others that feel quietly set apart. This one manages to be both.

Tucked along Martinwood Rd, a private road at the edge of the Arboretum, the setting is unexpected, at once connected and removed, where the rhythm of the city softens and something more natural takes hold. The Arboretum becomes part of daily life, unfolding just beyond the neighborhood, while a small community garden and a close-knit enclave of homes create a sense of belonging that feels rare.

Rebuilt in 2009 by master builder Chris DeSisto of Maplehurst Builders, the house carries the sensibility of someone who not only understood how to build, but how to live. There is a feeling here that is hard to name at first, something between a cabin in the woods and a well-crafted boat, where every inch is thoughtfully considered, beautifully executed, and deeply comfortable.

Natural woodwork runs throughout, warm and tactile, grounding the home against soaring ceilings and abundant light. The main living space is anchored by a fireplace with a simple but beautiful mantle, while the kitchen and baths reflect the hand of a builder who cared about both function and form, from custom cabinetry to finely made details that reveal themselves over time.

The layout is both flexible and intuitive. A first-floor bedroom and full bath offer an ease that is increasingly hard to find, while two bedrooms upstairs create a sense of retreat. The finished lower level expands the living space further, with room to gather, work, or unwind, along with an additional full bath.

Outside, a small but lovely yard offers just enough space to garden or relax, complemented by the larger landscape that surrounds it. Parking is generous and easy, with a two-car driveway, additional spaces at the front door, and a Tesla charger already in place.

Set on a 4,185 square foot lot with 2,244 square feet of living space, and beautifully maintained by its current owners, this is a home that lives easily, crafted with intention, quietly distinctive, and deeply connected to nature, neighborhood, and the vibrant urban landscape.

Property Details

Interior

Size: 2,244 square feet (includes 733 sq. ft. in the finished lower level)
Rooms: 7
Bedrooms: 3 + study
Bathrooms: 3 full
Fireplace: 1 gas fireplace in the living room

Exterior

Lot Size: 4,185 square feet
Material: Composite
Roof: Asphalt/fiberglass shingle
Outdoors: Gardens, surrounded by the Arnold Arboretum
Parking: 2 off street parking spaces in driveway; additional parking for 2 -3 cars available in front of the house on Martinwood Road; Tesla charger

Systems

Heat: Forced air by gas, 2 zones (2009)
Cooling: Central air by gas, 2 zones (compressor replaced in 2020)
Hot Water: Tank
Electrical: Circuit breakers
Laundry: Laundry room in the lower level
Windows: Double paned