Michele McDonald for The Boston Globe

The 12-room, five-bedroom house is large and has many original features and period details, such as wide windows and pocket doors.

Michele McDonald for The Boston Globe

The house is close to shops, a commuter rail station, the highway, and two conservation areas that abut the Charles River.

Michele McDonald for The Boston Globe

The front porch looks onto Woodbine St. in the Auburndale section of Newton.

Michele McDonald for The Boston Globe

The front door opens to a foyer and elegant staircase.

Michele McDonald for The Boston Globe

The living room has natural light and built-in cabinets.

Michele McDonald for The Boston Globe

The family room is connected to the living room and has a built-in fireplace.

Michele McDonald for The Boston Globe

The dining room has a built-in china cabinet.

Michele McDonald for The Boston Globe

The kitchen is nicely sized.

Michele McDonald for The Boston Globe

The kitchen,while functional, could stand to lose its flowered wallpaper, linoleum flooring, and weathered cabinets.

Michele McDonald for The Boston Globe

A “maid’s staircase” is one of two that lead to the second floor.

Michele McDonald for The Boston Globe

One of three bedrooms on the second floor.

Michele McDonald for The Boston Globe

Most rooms in this home have large windows and beautiful light, including this master bedroom.

Michele McDonald for The Boston Globe

There is an office on the third floor.

Michele McDonald for The Boston Globe

This home has an unusally large amount of closet and storage space for a Victorian of this era.

Michele McDonald for The Boston Globe

One of the two bedrooms on the third floor, which also has a playroom.