For $3 million, a Newton 'painted lady' with plenty of whimsy

"Originally known as the Charles Davis House, the colorful Newton Center home was constructed in the Second Empire style in 1860 by Davis, a well-to-do chemical manufacturer in Boston, according to historic documents. It later served as a nursing home before returning to a single-family dwelling. About 20 years ago, an architect purchased the home and transformed it for himself into a six-bedroom, eight-and-a-half-bathroom home that exudes vibrant color and historic features that effortlessly blend with modern amenities."

"In front of the 7,313-square-foot house, which boasts a mansard roof, unique gardens are interwoven with stonework and fountains. A walkway leads up to the front steps, and a veranda wraps around the front of the home, providing space to take a seat. Step inside a welcoming central hallway and see how all the rooms on the main floor feel open to each other thanks to massive doorways and high ceilings."

"On your left, a living room is painted peach, and a fireplace is centered in the sun-drenched space that features huge bay windows. There are also two stained windows, each with intricate colors that play on the house's sense of whimsy. On the other side of the hallway is the game room, which also has a bay window. That room has a door that leads up to an entire floor above the two-car garage, which is ideal for storage."

929 Beacon St., originally the Charles Davis House, was built in 1860 in the Second Empire style by Charles Davis, a well-to-do Boston chemical manufacturer. The house later served as a nursing home before returning to single-family use. Approximately 20 years ago an architect purchased and transformed the property into a six-bedroom, eight-and-a-half-bathroom, 7,313-square-foot residence that blends vibrant color with historic features and modern amenities. The exterior features a mansard roof, interwoven gardens with stonework and fountains, a walkway and wraparound veranda. Interior highlights include a central hallway, massive doorways, high ceilings, bay windows, stained glass, a game room and a spacious arched kitchen.

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