Kim Cannon

Nestled on 1.2 acres of private property located only a short distance to down town Summit, a wonderful Northside treasure is found. This renovated 12 room, 4 bedroom, 3 full bath Carriage House offers a rare blend of old world charm and modern amenities. Special features include a recently updated gourmet eat-in-kitchen, a large two-story entry with dramatic barrel ceiling and original palladian window, a living room with fireplace and adjacent formal dining room well-suited for entertaining, a sun-filled family room with fireplace and solarium, a convenient first floor laundry/mud room, and a guest bedroom and full bath all on the main level. A large second floor media room plus a lower level recreation room provide flexibility for today’s active lifestyles. Relax on the backyard patio or in the new outdoor hot tub surrounded by mature trees and lush landscape. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this terrific home!

Other Significant Information:

	Approximately 1.2 acres of professionally landscaped, private property
	Ideally located only minutes to downtown Summit and Midtown Direct train service
	Gourmet Kitchen renovated in 1997 with all new appliances, custom cabinetry, built-in stereo speakers
	Designer Master Bathroom renovated in May of 2002
	Mud Room and Laundry Area newly renovated and extended in 1997
	New recessed lighting and French doors in Family Room, 2004
	Basement storage area added, waterproofed with French drains and sump pumps
	Mostly newer thermal pane windows throughout
	Electrical system upgraded in 1995; New sub-panel, 2002
	New hot water heater, 2002
	Security and fire alarm system throughout
	Three zone gas hot water baseboard heating upgraded in 2000
	One zone central air conditioning, new condenser in 2000
	Roof replaced in 1995
	Sprinkler system new in 1998
	Newer landscaping with underground drainage, retaining walls,  foundation plantings, perennials 1996 to present
	Outdoor lighting upgraded in 1997
	Newly paved driveway with Belgium block curbing in 1998
	Wired for invisible fencing (sold “as-is”)
	Chimneys rebuilt with new caps in 1995
	New bluestone patio surrounded with mature perennial gardens
	New five person hot tub, 2002
	Two Car Garage with automatic door openers with basement access
	Basketball court with adjustable hoop (included)
	Property Assessments and Size: Land Assessments:         $389,600 Building Assessments:  $212,900 Total Assessments:         $602,500 Property Size: 1.2 acres 2004 Taxes:   $16,629

Inclusions:

Refrigerator, washer, dryer, basketball hoop, banquette cushion and pillows, all shades, skylight extension pole

Summit, New Jersey

Summit is a prestigious, older community blossoming a the turn of the 20th century as a resort for New Yorkers escaping the heat and congestion of the City.  Many beautiful homes and properties adorn the lovely streets situated on the rolling hills of the Watchung Mountains.  The town is located approximately twenty six miles from New York City and convenient commuting is provided by New Jersey Transit and Lakeland Bus Lines.  The commuting time to downtown New York City is approximately one hour, door to door, and direct train service to Penn Station takes about 40 minutes.

Summit has a population of approximately 20,000 people who share a commitment towards maintaining a neighborly hometown feeling with a strong sense of community.  The active downtown center is well known for the charm and diversity of its shopping.  Boutiques, galleries, sporting goods stores, a variety of fine restaurants and informal dining places as well as a new five screen cinema and numerous athletic and cultural opportunities offer residents a wide range of services seldom seen in a community of its size.

The City’s emphasis on quality in education has earned the schools a reputation as one of the top school systems in the state.