Live waterside in Chestnut Hill Historic District at the intersection of coveted Boston, Brookline and Newton. Magnificent Colonial in Villa style set amid sprawling gardens with sweeping views of the Reservoir. Stucco exterior and barrel tile roof set the stage for large entry hall with charming study and powder room. Elegant fireplaced living room with paired doors opens to terrace offering gorgeous views, lovely breezes and al fresco entertaining for a crowd and an adjoining dining room. The back of the house creates casual dining open to kitchen and family room lined with casement windows. The kitchen is outfitted above and below with raised-panel wood cabinetry and a Wolf range. Upstairs center hall anchors 4 bedrooms and 3 baths including a primary suite with a charming sitting room. Uppermost and lower levels offer additional bedrooms and storage with latter housing a kitchenette and enormous recreation room. Wonderful 2-rm + bath au-pair or studio atop big dormered 4-c garage.