This house was built to be lived in. OK, that’s a seemingly trite observation, applicable to most residential dwellings. But take a closer look at the details of 197 Glezen Lane in Wayland, built in 2005. This 4,600-square-foot colonial shines with livability, a family-friendly floor plan that caters to a busy brood, and with far more than the standard benefits of ownership.
"There’s something for everyone in this house," said Realtor Paige Yates of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. "It’s a fantastic use of space, featuring a gourmet kitchen, flexible home office space and finished bonus space." She is marketing the Clay Pit Hill colonial for $1,299,000.
All tours of this Wayland property should begin in the kitchen which features a striking array of cherry cabinetry, an off-white island with an antique finish, and a coordinating black finish office nook. The color combo integrates smoothly, and the spacious 20-by-20 kitchen footprint offers ample room for the furniture-grade cabinets.
"The homeowner happens to be in the cabinet business, so you know everything here is absolute top-shelf," noted Yates.
The cherry units outline the main workspace which is complemented by an array of professional grade appliances, including a Viking six-burner stove and Sub Zero refrigerator. Dark granite tops the off-white island, and a lighter tone granite tops the cherry wood units. A tumbled-marble backsplash offers an eye-catching finishing touch.
Recessed lighting combines with designer fixtures, and hardwood flooring is found underfoot. While the large island anchors the main kitchen, the casual dining area is bordered by a walkout bay and black-finish cabinetry boasting a tidy workstation.
The floor plan flows on into a 20-by-24 family room. A cathedral ceiling lends a punch of drama to this space where a balcony overhang is trimmed in decorative wrought iron. Natural light is a key element in this room, courtesy of architecturally enhanced windows, several double units with wide pediment moldings, and dual French doors opening to a Trex-like deck. The home’s 1.91-acres, which afford both privacy and a place to play, are accessible from the family-room deck.
This home’s floor plan also has several flexible spaces, among them a 14-by-13 home office. Located off the kitchen, and accessible from the formal living room, this area also features a nearby full bath. "It works great as a home office," said Yates. "However, it could also serve as a first floor in-law suite." A half-bath located off the mudroom and farmer’s porch entry makes this a realistic option for the homeowner.
The mudroom area also boasts a customized coatroom, perfect for winter boots, backpacks and on-the-go sports equipment.
Although there’s a lot of family-oriented space in this floor plan, formal rooms were hardly an afterthought. A traditional center hall colonial entry opens to an 11-by-15 formal dining room and a 19-by-12 living room. The living room pops with architectural interest, including an arched entry and extensive millwork surrounding the room. A fluted column and white millwork mantel enhance the fireplace along with extra-wide crown molding and raised panel wainscoting. Similar amenities highlight the formal dining room decorated with wainscoting around the lower half of the walls and a festive shade of red on the upper wall. Hardwood flooring and wide pediment moldings are also found in both rooms.
The second story boasts a 23-by-22 master bedroom with an alcove and French doors featuring a half-moon accent window above. These doors open to a Juliet balcony trimmed with decorative wrought iron. Sleek hardwood flooring provides the canvas underfoot in the master bedroom, and a cathedral ceiling offers a spacious feeling overhead. Also spacious are his and hers walk-in closets that are part of the master bedroom arrangement.
Capping the amenities of the master suite is an opulent master bath featuring marble tile flooring, dual sinks with marble counter, and a spa tub. A custom tiled walk-in shower and private commode complete the master bath.
The private hall that offers to the master bedroom provides a buffer between it and the spare bedrooms. A balcony sitting area, which overlooks the family room, further accentuates the master bedroom privacy. In a twist on the typical, two full baths are accessible from this area and the main hall, offering upscale and ample family bath space to the homeowner. A second floor laundry room is also located in this area of the home.
The home’s three spare bedrooms on this floor are all spacious, the largest measuring 18-by-12. All the bedrooms boast hardwood flooring and generous closet space.
The second-floor landing opens to a third-floor staircase up to terrific bonus space. A 27-by-24 game room consumes the majority of the third-floor square footage. Doghouse dormers frame the game room with additional windows throughout.
However, it’s the 12-by-16 bedroom and private full bath that bring options to this third floor. "The full bath makes it the perfect au-pair suite," said Yates. The bedroom space features two closets and wall-to-wall carpet.
Interesting amenities continue on the lower level of this home. It features a finished 20-by-28 playroom with walkout access, and a vast amount of unfinished square footage.
This home has six-zones of hydro-air heat and six-zones of central air. The home also features an attached two-car garage with carriage-style doors.
The Wayland home lists for below assessed value, making it one of the most intriguing offerings on the market. For more information, contact Realtor Paige Yates at 781-446-7778.
DETAILS:
197 Glezen Lane, Wayland - 5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths
Year Built: 2005
Lot size: 0.91 acres
Home size: 4,633 square feet
Taxes: $25,476.63
Asking price: $1,299,000
Custom crafted Clay Pit Hill colonial with gourmet-grade kitchen and family-friendly floor plan. Excellent bonus space with finished third floor, au-pair suite and partially finished lower level with game room and walkout access. Extensive millwork throughout, first-floor home office could be in-law suite. Large family room, formal rooms, large level lot
