Home of the Week: 12 Winding River Cir., Wellesley

While approaching its 50 year birthday, this stunning expanded Cape continues to flaunt its vintage roots, but a masterful reconstruction not only delivered a constructive renewal, it enhanced its original design into a stunning French country estate. That beautiful transformation complements its architectural foundation with fluid accents, elevated ceilings, French doors, curved archways and graceful embellishments, all within 7,466 square feet of living space overlooking nearly three acres of picturesque landscape overlooking the Charles River.

With its elongated blueprint, this spacious home is spread throughout only two levels of living space. The first level consists of a 25 x 20 square foot living room tastefully garnished with a traditional brick fireplace, French doors, built-ins and an ornamental ceiling. The 18 x 18 square foot fireplaced dining room offers the ideal setting for formal entertaining while the impressive 16 x 32 square foot eat-in kitchen presents a more relaxed and comfortable ambiance. This gourmet culinary center draws a French influence from both its fabrication and decorative touches in the natural exposed ceiling beams, vintage cabinetry and accessories, down to the window treatments. The fabulous 20 x 21 square foot family room includes one of the home's five fireplaces, while the 10 x 11 square foot office and 11 x 12 square foot bonus room are available for more private occasions.

This residence's lodging accommodations provide many luxurious benefits, including six en-suite bedrooms, two conveniently located on the main floor with a deluxe 22 x 21 square foot master suite and a 19 x 11 square foot suite. The second floor features four bedroom suites at 15 x 18, 20 x 16, 18 x 18 and 14 x 16 square feet, a laundry center and a 12 x 22 square foot study.

Amenities were also given high consideration in the home's original construction and transformation, such as a circular drive, an attached three-car garage, central air conditioning, wet bar, professional landscaping and a security system. The spectacular and changing four-season water and countryside views are perfect accompaniments to this magnificent estate and can be appreciated and enjoyed within its four walls though French doors and an abundance of windows and throughout its nearly three acre landscape.

Location: 12 Winding River Cir.
Price: $4,450,000
Rooms: 13
Bedrooms: 6
Baths: 6 full, 2 half
Fireplaces: 5
Living Area: 7,863 sq. ft.
Lot Size: 125,888 sq. ft. (2.89 acres)
Listing Agent: Prudence Hay, Rutledge Properties, 617-281-2318

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