The Charles River may sport an icy crust right now, but we are mere weeks from the time change (yay, daylight) and the promise of springtime. Soon enough, paddleboarding, kayaking, and whiling the day away by the rippling water will be within reach and for that, you’ll want a home right across from Elm Bank. With a private dock, please!

Naturally, such a riverside jewel is rarely available, so expect 182 Winding River Road in Wellesley to be hotly pursued. Beyond its sweeping views of the river, the property offers 1.73 acres surrounded by trees, landscaping, and lawns, including a huge backyard and patio.

The home, a 2006 custom Colonial, enjoys a familiar, more traditional interior on a grand scale. Wide doorways, tall ceilings, and built-ins make the interior feel expansive and open. Not too difficult with more than 9,000 square feet. Particular standouts are the double-height great room with its fireplace and wall of windows and a chic, bookcase-lined family room.

From your primary suite, step out onto the balcony overlooking the Charles, there are five additional bedrooms throughout the home. On the lower level, entertainment options galore exist, with a media room and wine cellar.

On the market for $6,195,000, the sale of the home is listed by Melissa Dailey with Coldwell Banker Realty, 617-699-3922.

Home Showcase:

Address: 182 Winding River Road, Wellesley, MA 02482

Bedrooms: 6

List Price: $6,195,000

Square feet: 9,848

Price per square foot: $629

Annual taxes: $40,914 in 2025.

Location: Riverside with dock for water sports.

Built in: 2006

The Appraisal:

Pros:

Magnificent grounds

Square footage

Cons:

May want interior updates