Perched at the top of Hillside Road, this corner-lot home offers a wonderful combination of sunlight, privacy, mature trees, and comfortable city living in East Watertown. The open floor-plan unit features hardwood floors, built-in bookcases, ample closet space and abundant windows. You'll enjoy cooking in the well-designed kitchen with its wood cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and a bay window for year-round herb growing. The main level also includes two bedrooms, a full bath, a gas fireplace, and a wonderful sunroom currently used as an office. Upstairs, the airy primary bedroom features a large double closet, an en suite bathroom with a sauna and access to the attic. From the kitchen step onto the back porch to enjoy views of the side and front gardens, trees, and a friendly cul-de-sac neighborhood. The basement is spacious enough for storage, gym equipment or a play space. Near the many restaurants and shops on Belmont, Mount Auburn and Arsenal Streets, you'll also be able to walk to several parks and playgrounds, and reach Storrow Drive or the Mass Pike by car in minutes. Two nearby bus lines take you to Harvard Square, Watertown Square, or Waverley Square (with a commuter rail connection). Updated HVAC system and tankless water heater.