The homeowner's carpenter and contracting supervisor father designed and built this beautifully crafted home for his family in 1954. Her mother had free rein to create the garden, a tradition the daughter has lovingly expanded upon. Outdoor activities are enhanced by a covered front porch and covered slate patio. An arbor gate opens onto a concrete patio perfect for grilling and enjoying a portable fire pit and large back yard. The light-filled living room is enhanced by a stone gas fireplace, wood windows, a graceful staircase and gleaming oak floors. The cheerful dining room is perfect for intimate dining or large holiday parties. The eat-in kitchen was completely remodeled in 2012 with granite countertops, Brookhaven cabinetry by Wood-Mode, a pantry, and stainless steel appliances. The first floor master bedroom has two views of nature--the back garden and the park next door. The first floor hall bathroom was renovated in 2017. On the second floor, two more bedrooms with built-in cabinetry share a hall bathroom that was renovated in 2018, There is a spacious carpeted great room in the lower level with room for relaxing and dining. Features include a gas fireplace, egress to the patio and built-in cabinetry.This is a special home and it is move-in ready. Come and enjoy its peaceful setting and charm. Square footage in Public Records is 1,764, Heated and air-conditioned lower level great room adds 521 square feet for a total of 2,285 square feet of living space. Seller prefers at least 45 days to settlement.