Description

FOREST HILLS GARDENS. The grace and dignity of the early Forest Hills Gardens community is captured in this classic center hall Georgian Colonial home sited on a fifth of an acre. Once the residence of Lyman Beecher Stowe the grandson of Harriet Beecher Stowe, its distinctive details, high ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, colonial moldings, built-in cabinetry and multiple fireplaces, have been beautifully maintained within the context of a careful renovation. 1st FL: Center Hall entry with leaded glass windows, flanked by a large Living Room with fireplace and windows on 3 exposures. Formal Dining Room with corner fireplace, hall bath and sun room over looking garden. Vintage butler's pantry with abundant cabinetry entering into eat-in Kitchen. Steps up to large and bright family room. The layout of the first floor is interesting, comfortable and spacious. Classic staircase leads up to the second floor. 2nd FL: Master Bedroom Suite with extra room, private Bathroom, fireplace, abundant closets. Second Bedroom with fireplace and an additional Bedroom and hall Bath. 3rd FL: 2 large Bedrooms with abundant closets, hall Bath. Basement is finished with custom designed storage closets, second kitchen, full Bath and laundry. Utilities include gas heat, sep. hot water, 3 zone central A/C and central water filtration system. Property contains large driveway and two car garage. Beautiful exterior gardens and private patio surround the home providing quiet and privacy.