A peaceful retreat in pretty East Sandwich neighborhood
By Marina DavalosContributing writer
EAST SANDWICH – Fleetwood Farms is the neighborhood, north of 6A and not far from the village or the beach. It features upscale homes – but not too fussy — with manicured yards, surrounded by woods and marsh. This week's House Hunt was built in 1999 and has had just one owner, who has taken meticulous care of the property. The yard has edged gardens with mature plantings; hydrangeas and rhododendrons line the house.
As you step in through the front door, you're immediately swept up by the light and airy living room, with large windows and sparkling hardwood floors. Recessed lighting adds an upscale vibe, and a gas fireplace enhances the ambiance. On the right, through pretty French doors, is a first-floor office, spacious and light, looking out to the front yard. Passing by the office, you enter the kitchen, which also has a light, airy feel to it, with ample windows, recessed lighting and sophisticated white cabinetry. With a white subway tile backsplash, this recently renovated kitchen just gleams. The breakfast island features a black granite countertop, and the rest of the kitchen countertops are of quartz. An open floor plan, the dining area and kitchen both feature hardwood floors, and in the dining area, French doors open out to an exquisite screened porch. It's more like a sitting room, with ceiling beams and a ceiling fan; it's right by the back patio, and being that the yard is surrounded by woods you have plenty of privacy. It's so relaxing here, in fact, that we don't want to leave -- but we have to tell you about the upstairs.
The master suite is on the left, with a spacious bathroom and ample closet space. A middle bedroom, while smaller, has equally as much light due to the decent-sized skylight. And on the other end of the hall is another suite, featuring a spacious bathroom plus a small bonus room which would be perfect for kids or guests.
This quiet Sandwich neighborhood is totally walkable, and it's so peaceful and green in the spring and summer. It's close to East Sandwich Beach and minutes away from village shopping.
— Marina Davalos is a freelance writer who lives in Cotuit. Follow her on Twitter at @Marina_Davalos1.