Welcome to this enchanting Walter Durham home surrounded by magnificent gardens, cultivated trails with many specimen woodland flowers, and a profusion of color and variety throughout the landscaping.  The charm and distinctive qualities of this home, woven together with the beauty of the grounds, combine to create a rich tapestry of color and design in all seasons.

EXTERIOR:  The entrance to this property immediately reveals the blend of distinctive architecture with the beauty of the landscape.  The home is painted a warm, natural golden color with green accents, harmonious with the environment, and the eye is drawn to the expansive windows of the sunroom and the sculpted chimney that is, in itself, a work of art.  Paths lead from the front of the home around both sides, and meander through the woodland trail and the sloping gardens that burst into bloom in the Spring and Summer, while the Fall brings a new burst of golden colors.  A beautiful EP Henry patio is the perfect setting for outdoor relaxation and another secluded patio provides a more intimate space.  A tiered deck with wide staircase and artistic metal railing extends across a portion of the home and provides several doorways for interior access.

FIRST FLOOR:  The beautiful carved front door features an address plaque custom made in Munich for this property.  The door opens into a spacious foyer with decorative tile flooring and coat closet, and the distinctive craftsmanship of the front door continues throughout the Foyer and Living Room as displayed in the open curved staircase, wood siding, closet doors, cabinetry, and moldings.  This stunning Living Room (32’x18’3”) is the heart of the home and the focal point is the magnificent fireplace that features a massive one piece salvaged European antique mantle,  beautiful curved lines and raised hearth.  Large windows and two sets of glass doors provide beautiful views and also lead to the exterior decks.  Gleaming hardwood floors, lovely moldings, recessed lighting, and glorious colors all blend to form a beautiful painting.  At the end of the room is a Sunroom (9’7”x5’) with tile floor and three walls of windows from which to enjoy views of the gardens.  The Living room is visually separated into several living areas that include the Dining area and several small sitting areas, and also features built in shelves and cabinets that provide ample space for storage and display.  The Kitchen (21’x15’5”)  is bright and cheerful, and is arranged for maximum efficiency with a double sink with disposal, built-in wall oven and microwave, electric cooktop, trash compactor, separate pantry closet,  and an enclosed laundry with electric washer and dryer.  The Kitchen has several doors from the exterior including a sliding glass door to the deck and patio, as well as an indoor access to the garage and a back staircase to the second floor.  The spacious two car garage features additional storage space and new electric door openers.

SECOND FLOOR: The detailed and distinctive moldings and woodwork also grace the curved open staircase that leads to the second floor where there are four bedrooms, an office, and three full baths.  The Master Bedroom (18’6”x13’5”) features carpet over hardwood floors, built-in bookshelves, French doors leading to a balcony and windows on three sides that allow for wonderful natural lighting and provide stunning views of the gardens.  A large walk-in closet provides ample storage.  The updated Master Bath offers a bathtub and shower,  and a linen closet.  The second Bedroom (15’8”x11’) offers hardwood floors, floor to ceiling bookshelves and a generous sized closet.  This Bedroom is connected to the third Bedroom by a spacious Jack and Jill bath, updated with a large walk-in shower.  The third Bedroom (21’x11’8”) has hardwood floors and two large closets, and could also serve as an alternate Master Bedroom with Bath.  The fourth Bedroom (12’10”x12’6”) with private Bath is separated from the other rooms on the second floor and is also accessed by the backstairs from the Kitchen.  It also offers hardwood floors, excellent closet space and a full bath with tub and shower, and its privacy makes this is a perfect guest room or in-law suite.  The hardwood floors continue into the adjacent Bonus Room (9’5”x6’4”)  that can serve many purposes, either as an office, a computer room or hobby room.  This Bedroom and Bonus Room can be accessed either through the second floor or by the backstairs from the Kitchen.  All the rooms on the second floor have large windows overlooking the gardens and remarkable natural light keeps this floor bright and open.

LOWER LEVEL:  The open staircase continues to the handsome Family Room on the lower level of the home.  This stunning room (39’x18’) is an unexpected delight, featuring very high ceilings, a lovely wood burning fireplace with a salvaged antique mantle, French doors that open to a heated sunroom, and sliding glass doors that lead to a secluded brick patio and side garden.  A built-in wine closet provides storage for 200 bottles at cellar temperature.  A Powder Room and separate workshop area with utilities complete this floor.

GARDENS:  The gardens and woodlands have been created by a passionate gardener, and include many rare species from North America, Asia and Europe.  Landscaped perennial gardens and courtyards are designed to create maximum privacy for outdoor summer enjoyment. 

A continuously changing display of color and patterns from late February through fall creates focal points, leading finally into an especially colorful autumn.  Three large espaliered specimen trees add particular charm.  The back third of the garden contains hundreds of spring flowering woodland species.

INCLUSIONS:  All window treatments; all ceiling mounted light fittings; workbench in basement; shelving and yellow cabinet in basement; empty wine racks; fire screen in Living Room; shelf/desk and white cabinet in second floor Bonus room; paint for all walls and trim; Washer and Dryer; Refrigerator; fire extinguishers; firewood; shelving and wall racks in garage.  (All appliances are in “as is” condition.); area rug in lower level Family Room; Garden shed.

EXCLUSIONS:  Oak framed mirror in Living Room near staircase; Mirror in downstairs Powder Room;  All area rugs; Garden ornaments including birdhouse, concrete miniature house, planter troughs, concrete vase of fruit, shoe scraper by front door, concrete cat; firedogs; Outdoor furniture including green cast aluminum chairs, marble top table, purple table and benches.

RENOVATION AND IMPROVEMENTS DURING OWNERSHIP

Attic fan installed (1997) and motor replaced (2007)

Replace Air Conditioning system and new pipes (1997)

Replaced Bathroom floor  tiles (1989)

Bay window reconstruction (2008)

Repaired broken water pipe (2000)

Replaced and extended Cable for TV, Internet, and phone (2006)

Chimney stucco repair to both chimneys (2010)

Cobblestones installed at entry and borders re-set (2001)

Deck replaced (1989)**

Deer control fence installed (1999)

Dishwasher replaced (2000)

Door and transom installed in lower level conservatory (2001)

Driveway reshaped and resurfaced, redirected runoff (2005)

Dryer (Frigidaire) replaced (1999)

Front porch roof reconstructed, new frame and copper sheet (1997)

Gas Ruud furnace installed (2006)

Garage doors and openers replaced (2008)

Garbage disposal replaced (2005)

Removed old garden shed and replaced with new shed (1993)**

Gas hot water heater replaced (2000)

Aprilaire humidifier replaced (2001)

Insulation increased in ceiling (1999)

Jennaire fan and cook top installed (pre 1988)

Exterior Kitchen steps and railing rebuilt (2010)

Installed new lighting in kitchen, lower level and guest room (2007)

Installed GFCI outlets (2007)

Oven and microwave replaced (with extended warranties) (2008)

Pergola extended (2009)

Plaster repairs to stairwell (2009)

Radon pump replaced (2005)

Roof replacement including removal of old tiles (2010)

Security system wireless upgrade with new sensors (2008)

Septic tank restoration (2009) (Guaranteed for 5 years)

Installed shower enclosure in Master Bathroom (1990)

Installed four new Pella Proline double glazed sliding glass doors (2008)

Installed terrace fence and trellis (1996 and 2009)

Installed new and remodeled terrace (2009)

Extensive tree work including removals, trimming and plantings (throughout ownership)

Washer (Frigidaire) installed (1999)

3 new double glazed  Pella windows in Kitchen, dining area and Bedroom 4 (2008)

8 new double glazed Pella windows on south side, new kitchen door (1996)

Ventilation improved by whole house fan and thermostatically controlled attic fan.

Extensive landscaping work done throughout ownership.

**Indicates permit obtained for work.

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