Set amid mature trees and green lawns in Summit’s Northside neighborhood is a classic Colonial home brimming with wonderful details. Walking distance to Midtown Direct trains to Manhattan and downtown shopping; only minutes from The Mall at Short Hills and major highways: is a strategic location - just one of this home’s many assets. The .32 acre grounds have been artfully landscaped by premier landscaping firm in the area. Numerous updates include a gourmet kitchen and totally renovated lower level. An ideal floor plan for entertaining accommodates both formal and casual gathering areas, while warm weather celebrations are even more memorable in the heated sunroom which leads to the two-tiered deck. A large master suite on the second floor is an inviting retreat containing a spacious full bath and adjacent dressing room. This romantic bedroom with cathedral ceiling overlooks historic “Deafy Lee” Pond. There’s a lifestyle here of elegance and enduring style in this comfortable residence.

First Floor
From the entry hall with skylight there is access to the formal living room which is anchored by a handsome wood burning fireplace. A doorway in the dining room opens onto the heated sunroom with three walls of windows, brick floors and a cathedral ceiling. This sun-filled space adjoins the roomy deck. The formal dining room’s built-in cabinets with glass doors are perfect for displaying china, artwork or other collections. Re-designed in 1989, the center island kitchen features oak floors, recessed lighting and a roomy, separate dining area. The kitchen opens onto a family room with custom built-ins and bookshelves. The main floor also offers an abundance of closet space, a full ceramic tile bath, 4th bedroom or home office and laundry hook-ups off kitchen. The attached garage has two automatic doors.

Second Floor
The master suite invites relaxation, starting in the bedroom where cathedral ceilings, a wall of rear windows and a ceiling fan add to the open, airy feeling. A bed alcove and recessed lighting add to the custom touches. A step-down dressing room adjoins the bedroom, offering two windows for natural light. In the two-room master bath, a double sink vanity and closets are separate from the Jacuzzi tub surrounded by three windows and a glass door shower. A skylight and marble floors are additional details. Bedrooms #2 and #3 and a full bath complete this level.

Lower Level
The walkout lower level has a larg recreation room which is newly carpeted and features a bar area. A new “au pair” suite is comprised of 5th bedroom with separate outside entrance and full bath. The storage room with tile floor and a utility room with laundry area are further conveniences.

Overview

• Colonial home built in 1951
• Numerous updates throughout
• Brick and hand-cut wood shingle exterior
• Timberline roof
• Three levels of living space
• Approximately 3,000 square-foot floor plan
• Five bedrooms
• Four full baths
• .32 acre of level property
• Landscaping by Back to Nature Landscape Associates in Basking Ridge
• Rear of home overlooks local landmark, “Deafy Lee”Pond
• Master retreat with cathedral ceilings, dressing room, marble bath
• Roomy two-tiered deck
• Heated sunroom with brick flooring, newer thermal windows and Cathedral ceiling
• Attached 2-car garage with automatic door openers (2nd bay fits small car only)
• Walk-out lower level with recreation room; new “au pair”suite with full bath
  

Interior Highlights

• Oak hardwood floors
• Woodburning fireplace in living room
• Recessed lighting
• Custom built-ins
• Skylights
• Thermal windows and doors
• Extensive closet and storage space
  
  

Mechanicals

• Multiple zones of central air and gas forced hot air heat
• New Carrier furnaces: 2005 & 2007
• Newer hot water heater
• Lower level successfully waterproofed with “Be Dry” system
  
  

Property Information

• Block 2103, Lot 00021
• Lot size: 100x140
• Acres: .3214
• Land assessment: $256,800
• Building assessment: $300,400
• Total assessment: $557,200
• 2007/2008 Taxes: $18,421.03
• Schools: Lincoln/Hubbard Elementary; Summit Middle School; Summit High School