What if you took a beloved shingle-style Cape and transformed it with a high-end restoration without losing any of its vintage appeal? You’d get the timeless allure of 149 East Bay Road in Osterville.

The property is every bit as inviting as it must have been in 1958 — set to a backdrop of mature trees in a prime location between Osterville Village and Dowses Beach — with some incredible upgrades.

Past a short, winding driveway, the Belgian block stonework entrance creates an enchanting path to a front porch and the impeccable living spaces just beyond. The attention to detail and craftsmanship is apparent at every turn, from the beamed cathedral ceiling over the living room to the elegant fireplace mantle in the dining room. Flooded with natural light from an abundance of windows, both of these rooms bridge the space between traditional and contemporary.

The luxe finishes are especially on display in the kitchen, which takes the coastal-farmhouse aesthetic and dials it all the way up with custom cabinetry, built-in appliances, and a to-die-for Lacanche range (yes, we noticed!)

A tall ceiling with rustic beams tops the first-floor primary suite, a sun-washed retreat that features a stunning marble bathroom with two vanities, a soaking tub, and standalone shower. Three additional bedrooms (the home also has 3.5 baths) make sure that guests and loved ones are comfortable throughout the expansive 3,100 square feet.

Outside, the nearly one-acre lot features a stone patio and a large, flat backyard for entertaining or whiling the day away.

On the market for $4,895,000, the sale of the property is represented by Ellen Valentgas of Sotheby’s International Realty – Cape Cod, Osterville Brokerage, 508-648-5086.

Home Showcase:

Address: 149 East Bay Road, Osterville, Massachusetts, 02655

Bedrooms: 4

List Price: $4,895,000

Square feet: 3,100

Price per square foot: $1,579

Annual taxes: $17,004 in 2024.

Location: Convenient to Osterville Village and beach.

Built in: 1958

The Appraisal:

Pros:

Pristine restoration

Large lot

Cons:

No direct beach access