What’s more late-fall-in-New-England than an antique Colonial and a leaf-strewn walkway? Painted a cheerful yellow and fronted by a just-so white fence, The Clarke House at 46 Church Street in Dedham is sited in one of the town’s picturesque historic districts. Preserved from the turn of the 19th century — 1801 to be precise — the home has been loved for centuries and is ready for a new family to write its next set of stories.

Everything we love about a vintage home is present in droves here, from the entrance portico, shuttered, paned windows, and an interior replete with original millwork and wide-plank floors. Built-ins throughout the main living floor complement the home’s eight fireplaces.

Thankfully, while the home’s classic charm and layout have been left mostly intact, you’ll find dozens of modern updates that open up the space, draw in tons of natural light, and offer lots of room to work, play, and kick back.

In addition to cozy study and den areas, the main living level shines with a formal dining room and living room, both with a fireplace, as well as a window-lined sunroom off the kitchen. The latter enjoyed a thorough upgrade to add stainless steel appliances, a dining nook, and access to the courtyard.

The home adds five bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and a finished basement to its close to 4,000 square feet, and that’s before you get to the manicured yard and patio area. A newer roof, fresh paint inside and out, a new gas boiler, and refinished wood floors complete this practically turnkey home.

Open house hours are Sunday, Nov. 3, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The sale of the home, on the market for $1,799,000, is represented by The Ryan J. Glass Team at Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty, 617-721-2143.