One of Wellesleys most iconic homes is available for the first time in over a century.

Located on 1.3 acres in the heart of the Country Club area, the main house has over 7, 500 SF of living space with soaring ceilings, bespoke details and Italian millwork found in signature h omes of this era. The main entry is anchored by a showstopper grand staircase, original wrought iron light fixtures, double-height ceilings and fireplace, complimented by an entertainment sized living room, billiard room and an oval dining room.

Highlights include a six bedroom main house, four fireplaces, sun room, recording studio above garage and a 3rd level with surprising multi-room bonus spaces offering unlimited potential. A stunning 3 bedroom guest house built in 2004 completes this ne of a kind compound. Outside, the park-like setting includes private yard, secret garden and slate terrace. Circular driveway with porte cochere, wrap around porches and Japanese inspired garden behind the guesthouse.

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on 51/53 Abbott Rd
in Wellesley, MA
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Property MLS #73121838 from MLSPIN

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+ Other Rooms

Total Rooms: 19
Living Room Dimensions: 16 x 23
Office/Study Room Dimensions: 15 x 13
Living Room Sqft: 368
Office/Study Room Sqft: 195
Living Room Level: First
Office/Study Room Level: First
Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Exterior Access, Crown Molding
Office/Study Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Basement Description: Full, Unfinished

+ Appliances

Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Freezer
Washer
Dryer
Laundry Features: First Floor

+ Bedrooms

Bedrooms: 9
Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 19 x 26
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12 x 25
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 16 x 17
Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 13 x 16
Bedroom 5 Dimensions: 15 x 18
Primary Bedroom Sqft: 494
Bedroom 2 Sqft: 300
Bedroom 3 Sqft: 272
Bedroom 4 Sqft: 208
Bedroom 5 Sqft: 270
Primary Bedroom Level: Second
Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2 Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 3 Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Bedroom 4 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
Bedroom 5 Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

+ Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 7
Full Bathrooms: 6
1/2 Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 7 x 8
Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 5 x 15
Bathroom 1 Sqft: 56
Bathroom 2 Sqft: 75
Bathroom 1 Level: First
Bathroom 2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3 Level: Second
Primary Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half
Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

+ Interior Features

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
Beamed Ceilings
Bathroom - Full
Bathroom - With Tub
Office
Sun Room
Foyer
Bedroom
Bathroom
Walk-up Attic
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

+ Heating and Cooling

Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Heating Features: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil, Natural Gas, Fireplace
Heating: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 5

+ Kitchen and Dining

Dining Room Dimensions: 17 x 25
Dining Room Features: Coffered Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Wainscoting
Dining Room Level: First
Dining Room Sqft: 425
Kitchen Dimensions: 21 x 26
Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Kitchen Island, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Slider
Kitchen Level: First
Kitchen Sqft: 546

+ Exterior and Lot Features

Porch
Deck
Patio
Professional Landscaping
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Paved

+ Garage and Parking

Attached Garage: Yes
Covered Spaces: 4
Garage Spaces: 4
Open Parking: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
Parking Total: 10

+ Land Info

Lot Size Acres: 1.31
Lot Size Square Feet: 57011

+ School Information

Elementary School: Wps
High School: Whs
Middle School: Wms
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Wellesley Sr High School is a public high school located approximately 0.5 miles away.
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Wellesley Middle School is a public middle school located approximately 0.9 miles away.
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Joseph E. Fiske Elementary School is a public elementary school located approximately 1.3 miles away.
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St Paul School is a private elementary and middle school located approximately 1 miles away.
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+ Homeowners Association

Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0

+ Amenities and Community Features

Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails

+ Other Property Info

Annual Tax Amount: 54925
Source Listing Status: Active
County: Norfolk
Directions: Washington Street to Abbott Road
Tax Year: 2023
Source Property Type: Residential
Exclusions: All Equipment And Acoustics In The Studio Above The Garage.
Parcel Number: M:065 R:039 S:
Zoning: SR20
Property Subtype: Single Family Residence
Source System Name: C2C
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Price Changed 2024-03-10
$5,800,000
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Price Changed 2024-01-03
$6,350,000
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Price Changed 2023-10-28
$7,995,000
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Price Changed 2023-09-27
$8,795,000
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Listed 2023-06-07
$8,995,000
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+ Building and Construction

Year Built: 1902
Building Area Total: 11988
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Stone
Property Age: 122
Roof: Shingle
House Style: Colonial
Year Built Details: Actual
Year Built Source: Public Records

+ Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public