2 Parsons LaneManchester, MA 01944Price: $1,185,000

Set at the end of a quiet dead-end lane, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath Colonial offers 2,872 square feet of living space on a private 0.58-acre lot. Originally a ranch, the home was extensively renovated and expanded with a second-floor addition in the early 2000s, creating the spacious functional layout it offers today. The first floor features hardwood floors throughout, a large kitchen with a dining area and center island, and a dining room with a fireplace and built-in corner cupboard. A comfortable living room, family room, and flexible office or guest bedroom provide plenty of options for everyday living. A half bath with laundry completes the main level. Upstairs, the primary suite is joined by three additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms. French doors lead to a large rear deck overlooking the fenced backyard, with plenty of space for gardening, play, or outdoor entertaining. With just a handful of homes on Parsons Lane, the setting feels private and tucked away while remaining convenient to downtown Manchester-by-the-Sea, Singing Beach, Route 128, the commuter rail, and Manchester Essex schools. The neighboring greenhouse and estate property, once part of the historic Walker Estate, add to the character of this distinctive location. A Must Sea!