341 West St Needham, MA 02494

This distinctive, light-filled home features warm natural materials, an organic flow between formal and informal spaces, and tranquil views of wooded conservation land beyond the mature, backyard garden. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout, along w/ exposed brick and beams and huge windows make this home a sanctuary. The 1st floor includes a formal living room with direct access to a three-level deck, a formal dining room with fireplace, and a cozy den/library with fireplace and extensive built-in oak bookshelves. The upgraded kitchen w/ nine-foot window adjoins a sitting room w/ unique oak coffered ceiling and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the forest; the sitting room has direct access to the deck. The 2nd floor offers a primary suite w/ double vanity and soaking tub and a 2nd ensuite bedroom with fireplace. A loft/home office under skylights separates these two bedrooms from two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom with soaking tub, and laundry area. The lower level includes a large family room with fireplace, access to the deck, a kitchenette, full bath and optional fifth bedroom, offering flexibility for long-term guests, home business, or in-law suite. A large 2-car garage has direct access to the house. Beneath the garage is a huge room with windows and sliding door to the back garden, perfect as artist's studio or gym. Mature plantings and conservation land provide exceptional privacy. This unique and flexible home is just 1/2 mile to Needham Heights commuter rail, Trader Joes, shops, restaurants and other amenities. Convenient to I-95, Babson, Olin and Wellesley Colleges, it offers easy access to Needham's walking trails and the surrounding countryside.