Tucked right into a thicket of timber on the head of Pelham Terrace in Arlington through a cobblestone drive, 30 Academy St. is — actually — a hidden jewel.
Known because the Edward T. Hornblower House, the 1875 property is a Stick type Victorian that sits squarely within the transitional spot between ornate and extra sober iterations. In brief, it’s joyful and fascinating, and completely homey.
On an enviable three-quarters of an acre wealthy with lush gardens and a bronze fountain, the house emerges with three flooring and shut to five,700 sq. toes. As elegant inside as it’s outdoors, the house’s attract is in its interval particulars, splendidly preserved all through. There’s a grand central staircase that winds by way of, ornate ceiling medallions, moulding, six marble-manteled fireplaces and outsized home windows that stretch almost ground to ceiling.
Formal residing, eating and household rooms are spectacular but cozy. The chef’s kitchen, decked out with customized cabinetry and topped by matching wooden beams options an eat-in heart island and a sunny breakfast room for informal noshing.
In addition to the restoration efforts so obvious within the dwelling, nice care was put in so as to add updates that make sense for contemporary households — a second-floor laundry room, customized and built-in storage choices and newer baths. With six bedrooms plus a bonus room above the two-car storage, there’s loads of house for everybody.
And, whereas it definitely feels secluded, the house is moments away from purchasing and eating in Arlington, Harvard Square and commuter routes.
Open home hours are from 1:30 to three p.m. Sunday. For extra details about the house, contact Max Dublin, 617-230-7615, and Sarah Nastasia, 978-413-9433, each with Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty.
Home Showcase:
Address: 30 Academy St., Arlington
Bedrooms: 6
List Price: $3,625,000
Square toes: 5,679
Price per sq. foot: $638
Annual taxes: $28,802 in 2022.
Location: Heart of Arlington Center
Built in: 1875
The Appraisal:
Pros:
Historic treasure
Serene outside house
Cons:
Detached storage
Source: www.bostonherald.com”