Needham Homefront: Location, style define Lantern Lane colonial – Wicked Local Needham

By Eleanor Boschert, Correspondent

Lantern Lane - the name itself conjures up the idea of classic New England tradition and charm. As a quiet cul de sac in Needham, it is home to a stately Garrison colonial at 48 Lantern Lane that well represents the timeless appeal of its namesake.

Tucked away on more than an acre of land, this four-bedroom, three-full and one half-bath home with 3,380 square feet of living space over two levels, as well as an additional 832 square feet of space on the lower level, is on the market for $1,299,000. Maureen McCann of Louise Condon Realty is the listing broker.

This cocoa brown-colored home with maroon shutters enjoys a prime location close to Needham Center, mere steps to the Commuter Rail, Chestnut Street and is easily accessible to I-95. Greenery abounds with a canopy of mature trees, bountiful rhododendrons and a host of shrubbery enveloping its private, professionally landscaped grounds.

Follow a side driveway to arrive at the pebble walkway across the home leading to both a covered side, as well as the front, entrance. Granite steps connect to the white front door flanked by sidelights and two elegant diamond-pane windows.

Once inside, sleek, refinished hardwoods, recessed lighting and freshly painted rooms accentuate the overall warmth of the home. A wide, marble foyer connects to the carpeted family room on the left. Rustic in style, it features a beamed ceiling, floor-to-ceiling brick panel surrounding the wood-burning fireplace, and a large bay window.

Beyond the family room, the back of the home stretches lengthwise and encompasses an oversized mudroom, eat-in kitchen, formal dining room and a sunroom.

The mudroom is a centralized access point connecting the two-car garage, the side entrance, backdoor to the patio, and half-bath to the kitchen.

Elegant cherry cabinets serve as the defining element in the kitchen. They add simple elegance to this hub of the home that is ready for the personal touches and updates of a new owner. The bright eat-in area opens to large covered deck/porch. This is the perfect place for enjoying a cup of coffee while looking out over the backyard and lush woodland.

On the other side of the kitchen, the dining room serves as the heart of formal entertaining with its classic crown molding, chair rail and large window overlooking the backyard.

As a stunning addition to the home, the nearby heated sunroom showcases French doors, three walls of oversized windows, corner built-ins and a gas fireplace.

In the elegant living room at the front of the home, sunshine splashes through a bay window and another diamond-pane accent window to create an inviting space for gatherings.

Returning to the foyer, the front staircase winds up to the second floor fit with crown molding over the landing. Two carpeted bedrooms with closets occupy the front and back corners while a third bedroom overlooks the sprawling front landscape.

The family bath features a double vanity and a tub/shower combination. It sits off the landing and next to the laundry room with sink.

At the other end of the home, the carpeted master suite provides a quiet place to retreat from the world. It features a walk-in closet plus his-and-hers closets that line dressing room/sitting area. The beautiful master bath is built-out to feature high ceilings, tiled walk-in shower, and two separate vanities connected by a Hollywood-glamour-style make up table.

As one of the homes most desirable features, the bright, yet private, bathing area opens behind a French door entry to feature a deep free-standing soaking tub set underneath a peaked ceiling.

The partially finished lower level includes a wet bar, playroom, full bath and storage. There is also unfinished storage and utility space. Systems include gas heat, central a/c and vac.

Please contact Maureen McCann of Louise Condon Realty at 617-909-8716 or maureenm@condonrealty.com for information or to schedule a showing.

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