With a whole lot of old-world character and a dash of whimsy, the late 19th century Victorian at 224 Aspinwall Avenue in Brookline exudes just the right amount of storybook vibes.
At a hefty 5,000+ square feet, the eight-bedroom home is a substantial property that allows both intimacy and entertaining on a grand scale to elegantly coexist.
Just as spacious, the 0.18 acre lot includes landscaped gardens, a private, fenced-in stone patio area, and mature plantings including a striking, sky-high evergreen in the front yard. A perk of Brookline living, you get generously proportioned outdoor space without giving up ease of access. From its Brookline Village locale, the home is a skip away from Coolidge Corner, the Longwood Medical Area, playgrounds, the Emerald Necklace, and never-ending dining options.
Fans of Victorian-era opulence are in for a special treat with 224 Aspinwall. The home retains seven original fireplaces, including one in the foyer. Paneling and extensive millwork welcome your guests and set a dramatic tone before ushering them to a living room via working pocket doors. And just wait until you explore the dining room with its brick fireplace and mirrored mantle and the sculptural staircase.
A modern, sunny eat-in kitchen enjoys all the latest conveniences — no cooking over a woodfire here — with stainless steel built-ins and a butler’s pantry.
Four bedrooms on each of the second and third floors benefit from the home’s fanciful shape and each have a distinct personality.
Open house hours are Saturday and Sunday, April 29 and 30, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The property is on the market for $3,900,000. The sale is represented by Scott Goldsmith with Unlimited Sotheby’s International Realty, 617-529-2434.
