116 Hillside Ave, Melrose, MA 02176

Enduring elegance and unique symmetry best describes this Colonial Revival style residence constructed in 1890 by the Smiley family. Majestically set amongst homes of similar size and stature on the corner of Hillside and Bellevue Avenue, aka, "Doctors Row", one of the premiere addresses in Melrose, sits this most impressive home. The fine detail and craftsmanship begins on the curved front porch accented by two original oval windows and a gorgeous wood door with 25 miniature bulls' eyes and framed on either side by leaded windows. The 17 x 10 entry hall is simply gorgeous and features oak woodwork, fluted newel post, wainscoting and finials. Ten spacious rooms, exquisitely carved moldings and naturally finished wood floors are evident throughout beginning with the family room which features the first of three fireplaces accented by an amazing mantle, bridal wreath, curved wall and mahogany floor. Pocket doors frame the entry from the living room into a dining room that is simply elegant with another beautiful fireplace and curved wall with a multi-paned window plus a set of original glass doors that sweep you onto an octagonal side porch that has been painstakingly rebuilt by the current owners. The kitchen is fabulous with a massive Viking gas range, stainless steel appliances; sub zero refrigerator, butler's pantry with prep sink, granite countertops, bead board, leaded glass windows and the original servant's call box - a rare treasure! Just off the kitchen is the first of three baths. Four corner bedrooms, one with a fireplace and dressing room, plus a bath with Jacuzzi tub complete the second floor. To say the third floor master suite is luxurious is an understatement and includes a media area, private office, walk-in closet and a fabulous new bath with marble tile and a one-of-a-kind imported mosaic, a pedestal sink and custom glass shower doors, you will never want to leave! Professionally landscaped grounds full of annuals and perennials lead to the carriage house/ garage with four bays and a spacious loft. The owners have put their heart and soul into the restoration, renovation and updating of this magnificent home and had planned to stay forever however a career opportunity requires relocation.