11 Emerson St, Sanford, ME 04073

Area: 11 Emerson StreetThe moment you walk in this 4-bedroom Colonial you get a sense of its beauty and elegance. From the leaded glass that graces the portico, to the chandelier in the foyer and the mahogany staircase that rises to the 2cnd floor, this home is filled with exquisite period details. Built by a prominent folks during Sanford&s textile mill heyday, the owners spared no expense in designing this stately and stylish home. French doors, a marble mantle, beautiful built-ins, and hardwood floors are a few of its finer features. Meticulously maintained, some of the home&s new updates include a new roof, oil boiler, gutters, second floor plumbing, rebuilt chimneys, & care-free vinyl siding. Like most of the rooms in this home, the front to back living room has hardwoods, high ceilings and crown molding. Imported from England and custom made, the marble mantle over the fireplace is extraordinary, framed by graceful built-ins w/leaded glass doors. The large fireplace adds character to the room and provides a wonderful ambiance for gatherings or parties. Elegant French doors off the LR lead to an expansive sun-room that has three walls of windows, offering ample afternoon warmth. To the right of the foyer, French doors open to the dining room, adorned w/a lovely chandelier, crystal wall sconces, and a custom-made hutch. The updated kitchen is tastefully done w/a vintage tin backsplash & black and white counters and cabinets. A small sunroom, adjoins the kitchen, and has a rear entry. A half bath completes the first floor. The 2cnd-floor master is good sized w/its own full bath. Light streams into the three other bedrooms, which like most of the other rooms, have wonderful solid doors with glass or porcelain knobs. A second full bath is located between the bedrooms. In the lower level, a finished room can be used as an office, playroom or gym. A stone root cellar offers a terrific place to store canning goods or keep wine chilled. A detached three story, two-car garage has plenty of room for storage or lawn equipment. Well-landscaped, the property&s .54 acres includes a flat and private back yard. Located in a quiet neighborhood, this charming Colonial is one of Sanford&s most elegant homes and is just minutes away from parks & downtown. The Interstate, beaches and shopping centers are also 20 mins away.