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1111 Clairmont Rd., Decatur, GA 30030

Offered at $132,500; this beautifully renovated 2 Bd/ 1 Ba condo boasts custom craftsman built-in bookshelves, handcrafted Ionic columns, fully functioning wet bar, spacious and outfitted walk- in closets, large jetted soaking tub, hardwood floors, Schlage hardware, and like new appliances. This condo is right outside of the city of Decatur line, therefore you will pay much lower [unincorporated county] real estate taxes. Property includes individual indoor storage unit, deeded parking space, access to outdoor pool and private walking trails.  All appliances, Washer/ Dryer, rugs, dining and accessories included in full price offer. Truly a turn key home.

Homeowners' Association recently completed extensive plumbing systems replacement project throughout community. This particular unit's pipes are upgraded copper. Long time residents and "owners only" policy ensure both homes and grounds are safe, well- kept, and friendly. Beautifully maintained landscaping includes a dog walk, multiple picnic & grilling areas, and new sidewalk renovations. 

Area: Close to the intersection of North Decatur Road and Clairemont Road, you'll be within walking distance to all your everyday conveniences: Publix/ Rainbow Natural Foods, Blockbuster, coffee/ ice cream shops, restaurants, bookstores, dry cleaning, and Cliff/Marta bus routes. The YMCA provides excellent childcare and plenty of fitness opportunities right across the street to boot! Within a mile of Emory University/ Law/ Hospital/ CDC Clifton Campuses and Emory Village to the North. Stroll less than a mile to the South to reach charming Downtown Decatur. Looking for amazing dining and night life hot spots? Head East on Ponce to find the heart of Virginia Highlands only 3.5 miles away. 

Located in the award- winning Fernbank Elementary School District, feeds into historic Druid Hills High (featured in Remember the Titans); High school currently undergoing further renovations including brand new expanded parking area. Within 2 miles of both Arbor Montessori and Paideia School as well. 

Must see to appreciate. Honestly- a hidden jewel!

Sample Costs

HOA: $265/ mo.

Cable: Free

Ga Power: $55/ mo.*

Ga Natural Gas: $45/ mo.*

*Costs incurred when occupying the home all day. If you work away from home during the day, costs would be even less!

Please contact Elizabeth at teamsunkara@gmail.com for more information or to arrange a showing of this property.

Please note seller repainted master bedroom to Restoration Hardware's Atmosphere Blue post photography (depicted below).

Please note seller repainted 2nd bedroom to Restoration Hardware's Buttercream post photography. 

We're F-R-E-E !!

Wow, last week sure threw me for an exhaustion loop. Bun and Jules both came down with a terrible bug, fevers, congestion, crying, screaming, sleeplessness, then overwhelming fatigue, and an earache to boot. I'm so glad the storm has passed for the most part!

I meant to post these a while ago, but what with being caught in mountains of laundry and sweet crying babes, I let go of the posting for a while to focus on family healing. 

Bunny and I walked off to our first "honey suckle search" last week! I love observing her in these wonderful first experiences. She had a ball choosing her honey suckles and gently pulling the delicate threads through to that tiny drop of sweetness. Julian came along for the ride of course, and he enjoyed himself just as much I think. Until of course, we ran out of diaps and Mama got dirty ;) Then it was time to head home...

Montessori Resources

I've been working hard solidifying exactly what Montessori-esque spaces, materials, ideas, etc. I want to offer in our home for the kids. Here are the sites I visit most frequently:

Micheal Olaf's 'The Montessori Method' http://www.michaelolaf.net/

Micheal Olaf's Safe Toys & Materials http://www.michaelolaf.com/

Alison's Montessori http://www.alisonsmontessori.com/

Lord Company Child Products http://www.lordequip.com/shopping/product_info.php?products_id=62

Montessori Mom http://blog.montessorimom.com/?p=489

NAMC http://www.montessoritraining.net/

Su Chen Jenny Yen's Montessori http://eiu.edu/~cfsjy/mts/_link.htm

Sew Liberated's posting http://sewliberated.typepad.com/sew_liberated/2009/04/finnians-montessori-room.html

Mothering.com Forums http://www.mothering.com/discussions/showthread.php?t=1009039

Wide Oen On the Mommybahn http://mommybahn.blogspot.com/2006/04/stage-3-montessori-environment.html

Falling in love with the reclaimed, rustic feel...

Lately, Ram and I have been spending hours and hours each week pawing through design magazines, interior decorating sites, apartmentharpy, and some of our other favorite blogs.

We're pretty set on the idea of juxtaposing modern with reclaimed/ rustic. Ram has attached himself to the term "modern farmhouse," and I must say I do love the ring of it.

Don't care for the fireplace, but everything else is yummy http://www.southofmarket.biz/

Here's what we're thinking for our mantel http://woodpics.trestlewood.com/servlet/TWQueryServlet?id=1&fotosetNum=1013&fotoNum=8816

I've finally swallowed the bug!

I admit it: I love reading blogs. They keep me up at night- catching me up with family and friends, giving me ideas, motivation, and always a few laughs! I find myself constantly adding bookmarks so I won't forget this idea or that- and so I've decided to make my own blog so I can have a single space for recording my favorites, sharing ideas and experiences, and keeping in touch.

So here we are, the Sunkara four. Welcome to our blog. Our journey through home making, parenting, Renewable Energies M&A, womanhood/ manhood/ childhood/ infancy, and everything in between. Hope you enjoy!

Elle