It was too much temptation. So pleased was he with his current building project, 14 Parker St. in Southborough, builder Shawn Fitzgibbons decided to move right in himself upon completion.
And pulling into the driveway, it’s easy to see why. Fitzgibbons has captured the quintessential model of hearth and home with his 3,700-square-foot colonial, which is now for sale. Set on a manicured knoll, the yellow clapboard home bursts with personality, accentuated by a columned front porch, side-set three-season porch, and handy three-car garage.
"I have to give my wife credit for the design choice: She made a lot of smart decisions," said Fitzgibbons.
Savvy building and design instincts acknowledged. A glance at the interior demonstrates just how well Fitzgibbons executed the plan. The foyer begins with a two-tone turned stairway, enhanced by medium tone Brazilian hardwoods that are found throughout the home. Both grand and understated, the staircase makes a striking statement, marking the start of this dynamic floor plan.
French doors from the left side of the foyer open to a library/home office. Handcrafted wainscoting and a custom built-in give the room purpose and personality along with ample workspace available to the occupant. A single French door then opens to a three-season porch. It features removable screen windows, mahogany flooring and a pine tongue-and-groove ceiling. It’s a peaceful place, complete with surround sound inside and taking in outside southerly views of the property.
While the kitchen could be considered the anchor of this home, it shows more as the heart, boasting an array of custom cabinetry, a two-tier island and a brick fireplace with built-in pizza oven. A touch of old-world charm conveys with this nifty oven. Reminiscent of beehive ovens, the thoroughly modern firebox offers a unique baking tool for the adventurous chef.
Conventional, albeit high-end appliances are also an integral part of this kitchen, including a Jenn-Air six-burner cook top with built-in grill, Kitchen Aid double ovens with warming drawer, and a professional-grade refrigerator. The majority of the upper cabinets are glass-fronted units and there’s a generous supply of storage below as well. A built-in pantry, dry bar with beverage cooler and granite countertops round out the amenities. A half bath is located off the kitchen, as is access to the home’s three-car garage.
A two-way fireplace is the focal point of a 23-by-15 step-down family room. It relates the two areas, but offers definition, making this one of the coziest spots on the floor plan. Hardwood flooring continues in the family room which also features a bank of French doors, complete with transoms, that open to a 13-by-12 sunroom. The flooring shifts to durable tile in this four-season sunroom where full-length windows with transoms frame the perimeter.
There’s patio access from the sunroom, and the patio is hardwired and piped for a permanent grill. The patio opens to a level acre-shy lot meticulously landscaped with perennials and stone trim.
A 15-by-13 formal dining room rounds out the first-floor spaces. Millwork amenities in the dining room are generous throughout and include wide pediment moldings, picture-frame wainscoting, double crown molding and cove lighting.
The second floor features four sizable bedrooms, each boasting flexible square footage.
Beginning in the master suite, we find generous sleep space, fronted by a bedroom-size sitting area. Pocket French doors separate the two areas. The master bedroom sitting area opens to an opulent master bath. Its open tiled shower is spa-grade and includes an array of high-end jetted fixtures. A separate spa tub, boasting a waterfall feature, complements the arrangement. Marble flooring trims the entire bath, which also features dual sinks, a skylight with automatic closure, and a private commode.
The family bath shows off features of similar quality, including a spa tub with center set fixture, and extensive tile trim. The family bath serves one spare bedroom while a Jack-and-Jill bath is accessible to two additional bedrooms. It makes for a unique arrangement, as one spare bedroom can be used as a playroom if desired. Bedroom three also opens to a sundeck, an unexpected perk for the homeowner. All the spare bedrooms feature spacious closets, bedroom two featuring a large walk-in closet.
The second-floor footprint also features a full size laundry room with folding table and utility sink.
The second-story landing wraps around, leading to the third floor. This ready-to-be-finished space is plumbed for a bath and boasts a walk-in cedar closet and plenty of open square footage.
Additional amenities include a security camera surveillance system, central air, and four zones of heat. This home is listed by Realtor Mike Mathieu of Re/Max First Choice. He is marketing the Southborough property for $895,000. For more information, contact Mathieu at 508-393-5000.
DETAILS:
Address: 14 Parker St,. Place, Southborough
Style: Colonial
Year Built: 2007
Space: 3,700 square feet
Rooms: 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths
Lot size: 0.92-acre lot
Taxes: $9784.56
Asking price: $895,000
Captivating Southern-style colonial on manicured acre in Southborough. Custom craftsmanship throughout, including hand milled wainscoting and extensive trim. Brazilian cherry flooring, sweeping front porch, three-season porch, plus heated sunroom. Brick fireplace with integrated pizza oven, gourmet-grade kitchen, opulent master bath. Ready-to-be-finished third floor.
