26 Gloucester Rd, Summit, NJ 07901

It's love at first sight with this picture-perfect Expanded Ranch home with gracious brickfront A-frame facade accented with distinctive wrought iron ornamentation. Pristine garden beds and a lush setting enhance its curb appeal. A freshly painted interior and open, two-story foyer with marble floor sets the tone, with wrought iron staircase railings that lend an airy feel upon entering. A great floor plan and spacious rooms are ideal for comfortable living and entertaining. A first-floor family room off the foyer has hardwood floors, rich paneled walls and two walls of built-ins. A spacious living room features a large picture window that overlooks a balcony that stretches across the rear of the home, with wooded views beyond. The formal dining room has a wide entry from the living room with sliders that access the balcony. The kitchen is located off the dining room, offering raised paneled cabinetry, Travertine tile floor and a breakfast area with an exposed brick wall and opposing bay window. A new powder room is located nearby. Three generous first-floor bedrooms, including the master bedroom, have custom-fitted closets and hardwood floors. The master bedroom enjoys a dressing room with two walls of custom-fitted closets, a built-in dressing table and mirror, plus a master bath with shower.The open second-floor landing overlooks the foyer below, with a hallway that has access to walk-in attic storage and a spacious hall bath with double vanity sinks, tub and separate shower. Three additional bedrooms (one features neutral wall-to-wall carpeting with a deep double closet and undereave storage) all have hardwood floors and double closets..The sprawling finished walk-out lower level offers plenty of additional leisure living and enjoyment -- a recreation room with new wall-to-wall carpeting , brick fireplace and exposed ceiling beams, plus a large picture window and door to the yard. A built-in wet-bar with expansive counter and seating for eight opens to the covered rear patio. There is an office and a game room with new wall-to-wall carpeting and natural light, along with a full bath and laundry center. Access to the oversized two-car garage completes the picture.Situated in the Franklin Elementary School district, this home is a delight to show.