$379,900

Somewhere between the storybook blue facade, the deep, wrapping porches, the vibrant flowering gardens, and the first glimpse of the sparkling in-ground pool, 507 Grove Street begins to feel less like just another house you are touring, and more like a living extension of history, though ever so thoughtfully carried forward. This crown jewel of Hudson real estate offers the comforts and conveniences desired today, while preserving the charm, elegance, craftsmanship, and artistry of a bygone era. Built in 1900 and set on two platted city lots totaling 0.45 acres in the heart of town, this lovingly preserved, life-sized Victorian dollhouse offers approximately 3,078 square feet of above-grade living space, four spacious upstairs bedrooms, one full upstairs bath, a main-floor powder room with a separate adjacent shower, an in-ground pool with recently replaced liner and pool house, mature gardens, an 816-square-foot detached three-car garage, whole-house Generac generator, basement, &a substantial semi-finished walk-up third floor not included in the reported finished square footage. After more than three decades in the thoughtful care of its current owner, the generosity of an earlier era remains wonderfully tangible. Substantial millwork, hardwood floors, vintage doors, built-ins, graceful arched openings, richly paneled walls, ornate ceilings, beautifully proportioned trim, and a remarkable fireplace surround unfold throughout the home. The kitchen carries its own architectural personality with warm cabinetry and striking wood coffered ceilings, while a gracious dining room, handsome sitting room, dedicated office, and several additional flex spaces accommodate work, exercise, hobbies, music, art, play, or entirely new uses. Even the wide hallways, ante-rooms, foyers, and transitional spaces offer unusual scale, useful storage, and room for the pieces and pursuits modern floor plans too often leave out. The formal bath count also understates the home's functionality. Upstairs is an updated full bath, while th