NATURE LOVER'S PARADISE

The gourmet kitchen with island range has plenty of cabinets and opens to the wrap-around deck.

The contemporary-style house at 414 Quail Ridge Road near Fruitland is situated on a secluded 5 1/2-acre wooded lot.

Relax with your morning coffee on the deck overlooking a peaceful seven-acre lake, watch the chipmunks and squirrels skittering across your lawn, and enjoy the deer as they come in to graze. Anyone who appreciates the outdoors would find this a perfect setting. This country subdivision home on its five-plus acre lot has many amenities to offer.

Terraced garden areas throughout the yard create unique plots for special plants and shrubs. Rock gardens, fountains and statutes could only enhance the area. A single bay in the three-car attached garage puts lawn and garden tools within easy reach. The home's stone and wood exterior fits perfectly in the woodsy surroundings.

Enter by way of the main entrance into the great room. Wooden beams give a decorative touch and added support to the vaulted ceiling. A powder room and guest closet are located near the front door. Wooden columns support the upper level bedroom which overlooks the great room.

Two levels of windows and a sliding door to the deck let in plenty of light while providing a fantastic view of the lake. The formal dining area sits near the windows at one end of the great room. The openness of the room flows into the kitchen.

Oak cabinets line the walls. A large display area is available between cabinet tops and ceiling. The two-door pantry provides extra storage space. Windows above the cabinets keep the area well lit. A center cooking island makes short work of meal preparation by keeping everything within easy reach. The laundry room is located on the short hall leading from the kitchen to the garage.

The covered portion of the upper deck can be accessed from the kitchen. Enjoy a summer evening meal outside and enjoy another spectacular view of the lake and woods.

Get an early start on spring planting with the help of the attached greenhouse. Easily accessible from the deck or great room and visible from the kitchen, you'll enjoy watching seedlings flourish into healthy plants.

The great room's see-through fireplace opens to the master suite. Sliding doors in the master bedroom also lead to the deck so you'll be able to drink in the early morning air before facing the rest of the day. A large walk through closet leads to the master bath with its oversized shower.

Oak railings line the stairs leading to the upper loft sitting area and bedroom. Windows with louvered shutters overlook the great room. A full bath makes the area a great guest room or getaway for a teen-ager.

A large family room with fireplace is located in the walk-out basement. Easy access to the backyard and lake is also available in the doors of the downstairs bedroom. A full bath makes this a great living area. There's an abundance of storage in the remainder of the basement portion of the home. There's ample room if you'd enjoy an exercise area or need additional bedroom space.

County water, geothermal heat, a peaceful setting with neighbors close by are added bonuses of this 414 Quail Ridge home located off county road 605. Town and Country realty is offering this prime property for $329, 900. Call for an appointment to see how appealing nature can be.