House Lust: California Vibes in a Sweet Suburban Setting
The 1928 Spanish Revival features stunning period details, original hardwoods and updated everything. Plus, it’s just down the road from one of Rhode Island’s best bakeries.
Full disclosure: I love this house. I’m not even going to try to hide it for the sake of journalistic integrity. I adore this sweet Spanish Revival and ogle it every time we make the trip to Wright’s Dairy Farm and Bakery, where it sits proudly on Great Road, just tempting passersby with its scintillating, scarlet-tiled roof, that stately brick exterior and those dainty Juliet balconies.
“Hello, darling,” it practically whispers. “I just flew in from Bel Air for a few days. Do join me for some mimosas on the back deck. I’d love to catch up.”
I mean, this house just oozes character. And it’s for sale! After raising their family in the North Smithfield home — they purchased it in 1987 — the current owners are looking to downsize.
“It’s one of those houses that you’re just curious about,” says Jennifer Gorman-Smith of RE/MAX Properties. “You don’t see this style often in Rhode Island — it’s like something you’d see in California. It’s definitely a unique non-colonial house.”
Without further ado, here’s your House Lust:
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This home at 37 Great Rd., North Smithfield, is on the market for $499,000. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
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The spacious living area features a striking window and original lighting fixtures. The home encompasses 3,202 square feet on .21 acres of land. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
The spacious living area features a striking window and original lighting fixtures. The home encompasses 3,202 square feet on .21 acres of land. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
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The kitchen was completely updated within the past year with quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
The kitchen was completely updated within the past year with quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
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Another view of the kitchen. (Check out those vintage lighting fixtures!) Photo by Eric DiRosario.
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The first-floor master bedroom has a walkout Juliet balcony. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
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Can we just talk about these gorgeous floors? The home's hardwood floors are all freshly refinished. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
Can we just talk about these gorgeous floors? The home's hardwood floors are all freshly refinished. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
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Another view of the dining area. The main and upper levels of the home have all been freshly painted. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
Another view of the dining area. The main and upper levels of the home have all been freshly painted. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
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The striking front foyer. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
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The master bath was recently updated with new fixtures and ceramic tile floor. The home has two-and-a-half bathrooms. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
The master bath was recently updated with new fixtures and ceramic tile floor. The home has two-and-a-half bathrooms. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
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One of the home's bedrooms. The house has four bedrooms: two on the main level, one on the lower level, and a loft-style room on the upper floor. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
One of the home's bedrooms. The house has four bedrooms: two on the main level, one on the lower level, and a loft-style room on the upper floor. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
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The loft-style room on the upper floor has a half-bath and access to a flat rooftop. It could be used as a fourth bedroom, an office or even a playroom. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
The loft-style room on the upper floor has a half-bath and access to a flat rooftop. It could be used as a fourth bedroom, an office or even a playroom. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
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Another view of the upper-level area. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
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The mahogany deck area is the perfect place for al fresco dining. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
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Another view of the deck. Photo by Eric DiRosario.
For more information about 37 Great Rd., North Smithfield, contact RE/MAX Properties’ Jennifer Gorman-Smith at 401-636-7030 or visit remax.com. An open house will be held this Sunday, Oct. 30, from 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
