201 Hampshire Rd, Akron, OH 44313

An iconic Fairlawn Heights colonial, designed by renowned architect Roy Firestone, set on a picturesque 1-acre wooded corner lot. Offering over 5,000 sqft of refined living space, this exceptional home features 5 bedrooms, 4 full/2 half baths, 5 fireplaces, plus gleaming hardwood floors and custom built-ins throughout! The main level showcases a stately study w/ fireplace, a formal living room w/ fireplace, wet bar and screened-in porch access, a formal dining room, a mudroom with bench/lockers + access to the 3-car garage. A spectacular rear addition highlights a chef’s dream kitchen w/ patio access, as well as the vaulted-ceiling family room w/ fireplace and 3 sets of French doors opening to the pergola-covered courtyard. The kitchen boasts a sprawling leathered granite island w/ seating + a copper sink, custom Amish-built cabinets + copper range hood, granite countertops, Miele refrigerator/freezer and oven with overhead pot filler, eye-catching RH faucets & hardware, and a massive walk-in pantry w/ electric. Front & back staircases lead upstairs where you'll find the private Owner's Suite w/ WIC & ensuite bath. 4 add'l spacious bedrooms + 3 more full baths (2 ensuites) complete the upper level. The partially finished lower level was fully waterproofed in 2024 and includes a rec room w/ its own fireplace, laundry, a separate workout room, and ample storage space. As with the interior, the exterior also presents several spaces to entertain -- a large patio, screened porch, balconies, courtyard w/ pergola, a custom stone hearth/patio, ample green space, and an oversized driveway. Whole home audio (inside/outside). Enjoy add'l peace of mind w/ a Generac generator, invisible pet fence (2024), newer HVAC (2 furnaces/2 AC units) + water heater (2024) AND a tankless water heater. Conveniently located near Fairlawn Country Club and several amenities, this is a rare architectural offering combining timeless elegance, thoughtful updates, and gracious indoor-outdoor living.