Architectural gem in Boylston estate

BOYLSTON — This private compound on more than 32 scenic acres in Boylston features unique architectural elements that were designed and built with quality materials inside and out.

The interior of this 7,672 square foot home at 245 Linden Street was designed by Ned Jalbert Interior Design in Westboro and Ted Goodnow of Woodmeister Master Builders.

Louise Knight of Leading Edge Real Estate calls this $1.575 million listing an architectural gem in a peaceful and serene setting high atop a ridge.

“The house marries the indoor and outdoor space using design elements throughout: soaring ceilings and large windows, access to the outdoors, and use of natural materials, including exotic wood, rice paper and stone,” Knight said.

Most striking among those natural materials, and the centerpiece of the home, is found in the living room. Cathedral ceilings, accent lighting and red birch hardwood floors accentuate a floor-to-ceiling, sculpture-like, dual-sided fireplace faced with crab-tree sandstone quarried in the U.S. This room includes a built-in cabinetry, rice paper pocket doors leading into the kitchen and a wall of sliders opening to the deck.

The eat-in kitchen has an abundance of custom cabinetry made of an African hardwood figured movingui with gabon ebony wood inlays. The wood encases a wall oven, gas stove and built in refrigerator. Stone countertops continue onto the center island and the eating area has a cathedral ceiling and entry into a large sunroom draped in mahogany wood.

The dining room features a coffered ceiling and elegant built-in cabinets. Birdseye maple wood inlays on the walls and ceiling are a striking feature in the dedicated office.

A first-floor master bedroom suite has cathedral ceilings, a fireplace, a balcony, a closet to get lost in, and a spa-like full bathroom.

The second floor holds a bedroom and full bath, while the lower level holds three bedrooms, two baths, an exercise room and wet bar.

The house is surrounded by groomed landscaping that breaks away to woods with a path to a small pond and what Knight called a waterhole.

Nestled between Interstates 290, 190 and 495, the property is situated about 40 miles from Boston. Those looking for outdoor recreation off the property will find it at nearby Wachusett Reservoir, Tower Hill Botanic Garden and Cyprian Keyes Golf Club.

This property is also available as a package sale at $1.89 million with 233 Linden Street, which shares the common driveway. If interested, contact Knight for more detail.

Property details

Built: 1993

List price: $1.575 million

Living space: 7,672 square feet

Total rooms: 12

Bedrooms: 5

Bathrooms: 4 full, 1 half

Climate: 7 zone forced air heat, central air

Fireplaces: 2

Land: 32.65 acres (1,422,159 square feet)

Assessed value: $1,188,800

Taxes: $19,663 in 2020

Parking: 3-car attached and 3-car detached