325 Goddard Ave, Brookline

Welcome to "Puddingstone!"

Nestled across from the historic Larz Anderson Park—once part of the Larz Anderson Estate—this stunning Spanish Revival home has been lovingly restored to preserve its original charm while incorporating modern luxury throughout.

From the moment you arrive, the home’s classic exterior captivates with a red terra-cotta tile roof, adobe-hued stucco walls, and a cast stone entrance—all hallmarks of timeless Spanish design.

Inside, the transformation is striking. The layout has been thoughtfully reimagined to create a seamless flow between the kitchen, dining, and living areas. The chef’s kitchen features Caesarstone quartz countertops and top-of-the-line appliances from Wolf, Sub-Zero, and Miele, all artfully integrated into warm wood cabinetry.

The dramatic two-story living room retains historic touches such as the coved ceiling and original stucco wood-burning fireplace, while custom floor-to-ceiling windows bathe the space in natural light. A handcrafted wooden bridge with new railings and floors elegantly spans the room, connecting the primary suite to the additional bedrooms.

The primary bedroom is a luxurious retreat, created by combining two former bedrooms into a spacious suite with a custom-built walk-in closet. The en suite bath is a sanctuary, showcasing Bianco Dolomite marble floors, a soaking tub with serene views of the lush backyard, and a statement Jonathan Browning Studios light fixture.

Interior flows seamlessly out to a new granite patio with a built in gas grill and louvered pergola. The grounds have been expertly landscaped with an English garden, graded flower beds, a fountain and custom sculpture. Irrigation system and drip lines make for easy maintenance. Custom heated pebble driveway and bespoke garage doors complement the aesthetic of the home. 

History

Constructed in 1927 as a guest house for visitors of Larz and Isabel Anderson. Between 1925-29 the Andersons constructed three guest houses outside the estate on Goddard Avenue. Renowned architects and designers, Thomas A. Fox and Edward J. Gale were hired for the project. The designs were intended to call to mind places the Anderson’s had visited.

“Puddingstone” was named for a nearby outcropping of puddingstone on the Anderson estate and was modeled after a house the couple had seen in Santa Monica, California. The Andersons used the buildings occasionally as guesthouses for relatives or friends who came for long stays at Weld, especially when Larz and Isabel were not in residence there. But for the most part, the houses remained empty and it was only after Larz’s death in 1937 that Isabel parted with them. It's unclear if they were sold or donated, however, they became property of Boston University for use as the Brookline Campus, who in turn, sold them off as private residences years later.

Built in a Spanish Colonial style, 325 Goddard features a red terra cotta tile roof, adobe-colored stucco walls, and a center entrance framed by an elaborate cast stone surround in a Spanish Baroque style. To the right of the front door, a clathri (grid/lattice in architecture) over a window can be found in a blind arch. (Sources: Buildings of New England and MA Cultural Resource Information System)