The Library - Welcome to 8 Beverly Road - The Library. We call it the Library because it has a regal and important feeling inside with truly an opulent layout. Each room of this 1916 built colonial has a story to tell.

If you appreciate incredible craftsmanship, then you will be amazed at some of the trim and finishes in this house. For example, the living room has a beautiful wood mantle and fireplace, along with a rare canvas ceiling, but the best part are the original pocket wood doors to the dining room. These types of treasures are found all throughout this house.

Walking through the pocket doors you enter a formal dining room and are treated to a classic coffered ceiling. Off the dining room is a three-season enclosed porch and the butler’s pantry. The butler’s pantry, kitchen, back entrance, and second pantry have newer red oak hardwood floors installed. It’s ties all of these spaces uniformly together and the floor gives a natural warm feeling to these rooms.

The kitchen has a commercial gas stove/range (popular with people who like to cook), along with newer stainless-steel appliances including a dishwasher. There is plenty of storage with a lot of cabinets, counter space, two pantries, and a closet all off the kitchen.

To finish the first floor there is a very useful study/office with built-in shelves and french doors separating the foyer. The windows in this house are some of the largest double hung windows in a residential house that you will see which allows a lot of natural light throughout.

One of the most impressive parts of the house is the grand staircase and landing window. This custom oval shaped window is over five-feet tall and adds a signature fixture to the house and again highlights the craftsmanship.

The second-floor landing (almost feels like a hotel) brings you to four bedrooms. Each bedroom is oversized. The two bedrooms on the front of the house share a Jack and Jill style full bath. The larger of these two bedrooms is dressed up with a wood fireplace. The master bedroom is in the back of the house and abuts a unique sleeping porch!

The bathroom off the master has recently been updated with a new subway tile shower wall and new plumbing. There is a staircase leading to a finished attic. There is potential for two more bedrooms (making it six) and another full bath. In total there are 2.1 baths not counting the third floor.

My favorite part of the house is the open front porch that spans the width of the house. You don’t see porches like this anymore and it’s another signature feature of this home. You are surrounded by architectural significant houses that are extremely well maintained. These historic properties make this a terrific neighborhood.

You are less than two miles from everyone’s favorite West Hartford Center/Blue Back Square and less than ten-minute drive to downtown Hartford. An added bonus is that you are a half block from public transportation.

The popular west end of Hartford is a couple of blocks away and there you can relax at Tisane or have one of the best falafels in the area at Tangiers. Highly ranked schools of West Hartford combined with the convenience, walkability, and neighborhood, makes this a special spot.

The house has some newer thermopane windows and had a large upgrade to a high-end Buderus natural gas boiler. There are cast iron radiators throughout the house that makes heating more efficient and comfortable. There is also a natural gas water heater to help keep the bills low.

The tenant would be responsible for heat (natural gas), hot water (natural gas), electricity, and water. Landscaping and snow removal is the responsibility of the tenant. There is a two-car detached garage and recently cleared back yard. Washer and dryer included. This is terrific value for this size of a home in West Hartford.

Please keep in mind that there is strict application process that focuses on credit and requires a minimum of 675. There is also a background check, employment, and income verification. Only one-month security with a strong application. Pets considered on a case-by-case basis.

Please email with any questions or to setup a private showing. This property is professionally managed. More information can be found at www.lasalarealestate.com

Thank you for considering “The Library” for your next home.

Anthony