Can you tell an interior designer lives here? Recently updated and refreshed, this stunning home features original woodwork, hardwood floors and period built-ins. If you love old world charm and amazing craftsmanship, this home is for you! When you pull up to the home you will be transported back in time! The wide, airy front porch flanked by large front pillars is about as inviting as it gets. Swing open the sturdy front door and notice the glass paneled sides that make the entrance feel grand. Walk into the main hall and notice the recently exposed and refinished hardwood floors that flow throughout the main living spaces. To the left you will find a charming living room with brick wood burning fireplace, wood mantle and built-in bookcases under the large windows. Notice the 5 inch molding that has never been painted! Stunning floor to ceiling 6 panel pocket doors can open and close to separate the living room from the study. The study is a cozy room flooded with natural light from the 5 large windows. On the other side of the downstairs is the spacious dining room with room for a large table and any side pieces you could dream of. The cozy coffer built-ins with hinged lid are the perfect place to store away any decorating pieces. The kitchen is off the dining room for ease of entertaining. The cabinets, backsplash and countertops were recently refreshed and a brand new dishwasher and refrigerator were installed. The vintage general electric stove works better than anything made today. The large mudroom with tons of storage space is off the kitchen, complete with washroom sink, half bath and access to the backyard. Walk up the grand split staircase to find more hardwood floors, two spacious bedrooms, and the primary bedroom with access to this homes hidden gem, the sleeping porch! Two full baths and the laundry room round out the second floor. Up another flight of stairs to the unfinished attic will jump start your imagination. The possibilities up here are exciting! Additional bedrooms, office space, play room or just storage comes to mind. Don't forget the full basement for additional storage. This home sits on almost a half acre of property with a detached two car garage.(good luck finding these features anywhere else in Salem!) Even better, you will be half a block from the Salem River. This home is ready for a new family to enjoy and love. The exterior of the home was painted and the front porch was refinished in 2021. New gutters and soffits installed in 2022. New heater and water heater in 2019.