It is the only remaining original house on an otherwise redeveloped block.

I noticed first, how turquoise it was! Then how small it is comparing the other houses in the area. My best amateur guess tells me it could be much older than the houses that [[once) surrounded it...like the Field House. The chimney is very narrow, and the house has a side gabled roof, instead of front-gabled like we usually see. I was curious about this; I tend notice when things "don't look right". It's neither late Victorian or Craftsman, but I'd go so far as to call it a cottage or maybe an old hunting cabin. Anybody got a clue?

Then again, it could just be a steadfast homeowner and an eminent domain thing.

If someone more informed about the neighborhood history or residential architecture would like to weigh in, I'd love to hear your thoughts.

PS:Just have to mention here that the new construction on Marlborough is very nicely done, by the way. These houses are actually enjoyable to look at, each an individual and reminiscent of the style of the area.