Magnificent 2BR/2BA plus study or potential 3rd bedroom, second floor, floor-through home in a premier Back Bay location, ideally situated between Clarendon and Dartmouth streets on the sunny side of Marlborough. Built for the first MIT president, it features 12 feet high ceilings, beautiful period details w/original plaster walls & moldings, 2 bay windows, 2 fireplaces, hardwood floors, renovated kitchen with white honed marble countertops, premium Bertazzoni gas range, Fisher & Paykel dishwasher & refrigerator, and a wine cooler. Living room features a stunning marble wood burning fireplace with study area. The bathrooms feature Grohe bath fixtures. The primary bedroom is oversized with a fireplace flanked by cabinets and a walk in closet. Featured throughout are LED and Lutron lighting, gracious wood floors, and central air. There is a private full-size washer & dryer, private storage and 1 full direct parking space. A not-to-be missed gracious, sophisticated home. The BEST!