5 Westfield St, Dedham, MA 02026

Prec.1 Classic c.1790 whose first occupant, Ruben Newell, operated a tin shop in the front two rooms later becoming a "grocery shop". The cornerstone house boasts high ceilings and many recent improvements including blown-in insulation, air conditioning, gas heat, updated baths, pantry and kitchen with granite countertops. The original kitchen, now family room, with working hearth & 1790's wood paneling still intact was a former tavern. Fireplaces and stunning wood plank pine floors abound in all downstairs rooms: living room, dining room, and the library/den, which is complemented with floor to ceiling bookcases. The second floor offers 4 bedrooms 3 with fireplaces, an updated master bath and family bath with laundry and stairs to attic storage. The quaint fence enclosed private backyard features a brick patio, fire pit specimen perennials, and pathway to garage. Ideal for summer entertaining or simply star gazing in a swinging hammock. A special property not to be missed.