36 Russell

A rare opportunity awaits to own this warm and welcoming, family-friendly home, ideally situated near the Concord line. Lovely pastoral acreage boasts a fruiting peach tree, apple trees, plenty of gardening space, and amenities to enjoy the outdoors. Step inside to a sun-filled open living room illuminated by two oversized skylights. A cozy wood-burning fireplace makes this an inviting space year-round. Hardwood floors run throughout most of the main level and are complemented by newer Andersen windows in the family room, formal dining area, and bedrooms. A mid-century modern kitchen features rare original metal cabinets in iconic soft-shell pink, with chrome built-ins and retro accents that include a rotary wall phone and checkerboard floor. The kitchen opens directly onto a wide deck overlooking the large, meadowed backyard with space for summer barbecues and entertaining. Enjoy dinners, read a book, or take a nap on the spacious screened-in porch with mahogany decking and vaulted ceiling. On the opposite side of the house, you'll find two bedrooms with skylights, a full bath, and a primary bedroom with an ensuite bath.The walkout lower level includes finished living space with a third full bath, a large bonus room with French doors, and a dedicated laundry area. An exterior door leads directly into the backyard, adding flexibility for a home office, recreation room, hobby space, or visiting guests. A substantial unfinished area provides ample storage and houses the utilities. Enjoy the benefits of a full array of owned solar panels to power your electric car, add heat pumps, and lower your energy costs.Here you have the best of both worlds in one of Greater Boston's most peaceful rural communities. Stroll down the street and into the 1,000-acre Estabrook Woods or drive 10 minutes to Concord, where you can hop on the train to Boston. Carlisle students attend the highly regarded Carlisle Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional High School. This bright, charming home checks all the boxes. You won't want to miss it!