178 WATER ST

When you walk through the door, at home you will be! This historic, meticulously restored Newburyport gem commands breathtaking views of the Merrimack River Harbor & beyond. Spacious rooms encircle a 3 fireplace beehive chimney. The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream featuring exquisite soapstone counters, top-of -the line SS appliances, farm & prep sinks, dual-zone wine refrig, professional 36” range & a breakfast bar. The private fenced back yard offers a masterpiece design of gardens, a soothing waterfall & an expansive 8 person dining island adorned with leathered granite countertops, grill, sink & outdoor refrigerator. A newly constructed 2 story post & beam garage has heat, a/c and plumbing. Perfect for a gym or home office. For the wine enthusiast this home includes a wine cellar w an independent bottle temperature driven A/C system for 500 bottles. One of Newburyport’s finest “South End” residences.