This rare offering features a delightful 1886 carriage house at the very summit of the historical Avon Hill neighborhood. An arched garden gate leads the way to this hidden gem nestled behind a grand Victorian house, 200 yards off distinguished Washington Avenue (no road noise). Inside, the property boasts original beadboard walls and ceilings, period metalwork, wide-plank wooden floors, exposed wooden beams and abundant sunshine. Central heating and cooling! Two generous open-plan areas for relaxing and entertaining can be enjoyed along with the open dining area adjacent to the modern kitchen with solid maple cabinets. In addition to 3 bedrooms with built-in closets (including a walk-in in the largest bedroom) a private bonus room is perfectly suited for an office or nursery. Two full bathrooms feature antique vanities, Moroccan tiles and a charming clawfoot soaking tub. Spacious unfinished basement area for storage. Up to 3 cars can park in the pebble driveway at no additional cost. Enjoy a spacious private country garden featuring fruit trees, flagstone patio and flowers, with landscaping services (mowing, leaves, trimming etc) paid by owners (6K value)! Yard completely enclosed with attractive wooden fencing. Convenient to Harvard Square, Porter/Harvard red line, shops in Porter Square. Can be rented partially furnished or unfurnished.