Attention all antique lovers, a rare opportunity awaits you. An authentic Greek Revival style residence is for sale on historic Cohasset Common. This rare gem, included in the National Register of Historic Places, is the original Capt. James Collier House, circa 1850. The present owners have lovingly restored the 8-room house over the last 15 years. The main entry is a sun-filled foyer that features a bridal staircase. To the left is the formal living room and straight ahead is a spacious dining room. The living room is tilled with light streaming in through the floor-to-ceiling windows. The dining room includes one of the original fireplaces and an oversized recessed window that overlooks the prize-winning perennial gardens. There is also a door leading out to the patio. French doors lead to the family room where custom library shelves and cabinets hold the TV and other electronic equipment. All the rooms have 19th century moldings and trim. The living room and family room have original wide pine floors and the dining room has Wilton carpeting.

In the rear of the home, the large country kitchen features a brick fireplace, tile floor, expansive counters and custom cabinets. Newer appliances include a stainless steel range, dishwasher, compactor, microwave and refrigerator. There is ample space for a table and chairs and additional seating by the fire. Adjacent to the kitchen is a laundry room plus a half bath. The screened-in porch off the kitchen provides additional living space during warm weather. The oversized 2-car garage can be entered from the kitchen.

The second staircase leads up to the master bedroom suite, which boasts an oversized, recessed window overlooking the gardens, and offers a view of the downtown and the town common. There are 3 large closets and a tiled master bath. The walkup full attic is entered off the master bedroom. There are 3 additional bedrooms on the second floor and an additional full bath. The original upstairs rooms also have 19th century moldings and floors.

The yard is landscaped to perfection and features many beautiful plantings. The perennial and vegetable gardens have been featured on the Cohasset garden tour.

This extraordinary home, located at the center of village life, is close to schools, shops, the library and the water. And at the end of a busy day, there is a front porch that offers you a place to sit and enjoy the seasonal changes on Cohasset Common. Once a year on Memorial Day, the town parade will pass right by. Children will raise their flags and you will experience a truly "Norman Rockwell" moment.