A RARE FIND

The Connecticut gambrel-style house at 118 Sunset in Jackson's Grandview Acres boasts several soft maple trees that provide shade in the front yard.

The best in building materials combined with attractive decorating and an affordable price best describes this corner lot home.

A row of young azaleas combined with a massive full-grown bush ablaze in deep pink add a splash of color to the soft gray siding installed in 1999. The new owners can enjoy many years of maintenance-free comfort with the siding and a new roof which was also added in 1999.

Much of the family's time will be spent in the large open family room/kitchen/breakfast area. The ceramic floor in a granite style will provide years of durability while remaining easy to clean. Massive beams line the cathedral ceiling in the family room. Display your most treasured items while keeping them away from little hands by utilizing the ledge created between the wall and slope of the ceiling.

New atrium doors lead to the wood deck with its natural gas barbecue and the partially fenced back yard. A steel door from the family room to the garage provides added security.

Be ready to make a delicious cobbler or a batch of jelly from the berries of the blackberry bushes that form the rear boundary of the property.

With 30 feet of cabinets even the most creative cook will have enough storage space for all those special gadgets. Recessed lighting over the cabinets keeps the kitchen area well lit. A five-foot panty enclosed with bi-fold doors puts canned goods within easy reach. Keep the laundry going while you're fixing the meals. The washer and dryer also hide behind bi-fold doors in the kitchen.

It'll be easy to keep an eye on the kids as they play, even when you're busy doing dishes. The picture window over the sink gives an unobstructed view of the backyard. There's plenty of room in this large kitchen to seat the family together in the breakfast area at the far end.

Chair railing and parquet flooring add an elegant touch to the formal dining room. Double windows overlook the neighborhood.

Having teen-agers in the house can play havoc with the phones. This problem has already been addressed by adding a separate phone line to the living room. Talk to your heart's content while relaxing in front of the fireplace. A wood-burning insert has been added, and the firewood stays close at hand on the covered front porch.

A convenient half-bath is located on the hall between the formal entry and family room. This hall also complete the circular layout of the floor plan allowing good air flow throughout the house.

An attic fan draws air to the upper level bedrooms. Bruce hardwood flooring and another fireplace create a cozy atmosphere in the large master suite. The master bath sports a free-standing glass shower and large mirrored door closet.

A large bath with whirlpool tub is easily accessible from either of the other two upstairs bedrooms.

One room of the basement has been completely finished. Two large closets give plenty of space if the room is needed for a bedroom. Tract lighting and a fireplace also create the perfect atmosphere for a game room or lower level study. Shelves have been built in a portion of the unfinished area for convenient storage.

An additional storage area has been finished over the two-car attached garage. A closet at one end of the area keeps hanging items neat and tidy.

Two by six studs, Anderson windows and all kitchen appliances included make this 118 Sunset Lane home in Jackson even more attractive. This prime piece of property is offered by Owens Realty for only $165,900. Call today for your private showing.