Northeast-facing and thoughtfully designed, 231 Gulf Street sits well back on a private, wooded 0.77-acre lot in north Shrewsbury, a setting that feels removed without being remote. Built in 2005 and meticulously maintained, the home's northeast orientation fills the main living spaces with soft morning light, with privacy and mature wooded views in nearly every direction.
Inside, nearly 4,900 square feet of finished space unfolds across three levels in a layout built for both everyday living and easy entertaining. A dramatic two-story foyer opens to sun-filled living and dining rooms finished with hardwood floors, a coffered ceiling, and wainscoting. At the heart of the home, a chef's kitchen with Viking appliances, granite counters, and custom cabinetry flows into a sunken family room anchored by a wood-burning fireplace and warm Brazilian cherry floors. It is open and connected, as comfortable for a quiet weeknight as it is for a houseful of guests.
The main level was designed with flexibility in mind. A dedicated office with custom built-ins offers a true work-from-home setup, and a four-season sunroom, warmed year-round by a ductless mini-split, provides a bright retreat in every season.
Upstairs, the expansive primary suite is a genuine escape, with a spa-style bath, a walk-in closet, and a private bonus room that adapts to whatever you need, whether a studio, a gym, or a home office. Three additional bedrooms and two full baths complete the second floor.
The walk-out lower level extends the home further still, with a large recreation room and custom bar, a fifth bedroom, and a full bath, all with direct access to the backyard. It is ideal for guests, media, or a home gym.
Recent updates keep the home as sound as it is comfortable, including a new central air system, a ductless mini-split in the sunroom, a newer water heater, and whole-house water filtration. Outside, a composite deck overlooks a level yard framed by mature trees and private wooded views.
The location balances privacy with convenience. You are just minutes from the dining and shopping along Route 9, Newton Pond trails, and two well-known golf clubs, The Haven and Cyprian Keyes, with Mass Pike access placing both Worcester and Boston within an easy commute. It is a rare combination in MetroWest Boston: real space, genuine privacy, and a flexible floor plan that adapts as life changes.