Summit - Classic 1923 Center Hall Colonial

Summit - Situated on a half acre of prime Summit land, this 4 bedroom 2 1/2 bath 1923 center hall colonial combines old world architectural details with many upgrades. The exterior of this light-filled home was painted in 2007. The front entrance hall features a parquet floor and two pocket closets. The front-to-back living room has a wood burning fireplace, dentil molding, high ceilings and two built-in bookcases. The formal dining room has original wainscoting. To make entertaining easier, a butler's pantry lies adjacent to the dining room and contains a wet bar and built-in cabinets. The updated eat-in kitchen includes a six burner Viking stove, granite counters, new Perego flooring and two ceiling fans. A sun drenched family room with three walls of windows along with a half bath completes the first floor.

The second floor comprises three bedrooms and a full bath. Two of the bedrooms have hardwood floors, one with period wainscoting and ceiling fan. A large balcony, accessible by two of the bedrooms, overlooks the property and brings the outdoors in. The full bathroom has a new ceramic tile floor, a new Thassos marble vanity, a new sink and faucets. The wide center hall staircase leading to this level has new carpeting as does the landing.

The third floor master ensuite has three rooms; a bedroom, a large master bath and a large walk-in closet. The charming bedroom features a new skylight, original dark wood trim and a closet. The master bath has a Corian vanity with dual sinks and new faucets, a new toilet, stall shower, a large soaking tub and a new skylight. The walk-in closet has plenty of room for his and her wardrobes.

The laundry area, complete with washer and dryer is located in the basement. Although it is unfinished, the basement has plenty of room for storage.

The half acre of land with expansion possibilities has a spacious back and side yard and backs onto a wooded vista. Numerous mature trees and shrubs supply plenty of shade with over 30 shrubs planted within the past two years. There is a also a one car garage, a storage shed for garden tools and a small deck off the back entrance, perfect for barbecuing.

In addition to new exterior paint, the house also features 14 new custom Marvin windows for energy efficiency. The roof is newer, replaced in 1998 with all prior levels removed and new plywood laid before the shingles. The expansive driveway has been seal-coated every two years.

This elegant home is a short walk to the mid-town Direct train into Manhattan as well as NYC bus transportation. The Wilson Primary Center and Summit High School is also a short stroll. Routes 24, 78 and the GSP are minutes away by car.