128 Gibbs St, Newton, MA 02459

Nestled on Gibbs Street Hill, this Craftsman style home influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright has 12 naturally lit rooms and spectacular views of Newton Center and sunsets in a quiet neighborhood setting. The 3 level home has 5 bedrooms and 5 ½ bathrooms on three levels and features windows or skylights in every room. The upper floor features three en suite bedrooms, all with cathedral ceilings lit by a north facing clerestory and skylights. The large master bedroom includes 2 walk in closets and a Juliet balcony to enjoy the sunsets. A large open gallery connects to a sweeping staircase that leads to the middle floor entry hall and overlooks a large 2 story living room with a cathedral ceiling, appointed with a fireplace and waterfall. The main floor features an open floor plan organized around a central chef's kitchen with a grand island, which invites entertaining where the chefs and guests can mingle. The breakfast room, which features a skylight and fireplace, is open to the kitchen for ease of conversation and clean up. The private dining room also opens to the kitchen, and with its coffered ceilings and Wright influenced stained glass windows, provides a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere for entertaining. Adjacent to the dining area is an office that can be closed off with the pocket French doors. The living room has multiple skylights and large sliding doors that bathe this area with soft northern light. The mud room, which connects the front entry to the garage, is easily accessible through a keyless entry. The main floor bedroom also has a private bath and is easily accessible. The lower level is complete with a billiard room, bar area, a fully appointed media room with 8 stadium style seats, and a fifth bedroom with an adjacent full bathroom. The workshop is large enough to convert to another bedroom or living space, and is adjacent to a full storage pantry. This outdoor areas include a welcoming farmer’s porch that extends across the front of the house, with access to the living room though two large sliding doors. The private back yard includes a large deck with built in benches and a hot tub. The property has extensive gardens on all sides and has parking for up to 6 cars with a garage and porte a cochere.