
Photos: Towering colonial in Quincy

This towering Colonial in Adams Shore overlooks the Rock Island Cove Salt Marsh.
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12 Quentin St. is awash in natural light and custom touches.
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The deck overlooks the marsh.
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| February 10, 2013

The open floor plan kitchen features a breakfast counter that winds through the kitchen and can seat up to eight.
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| February 10, 2013

There is a brazilian hardwood floor in the kitchen. Appliances are stainless steel, including a double stove.
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The breakfast counter is made of granite.
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The living room has a tv that comes up from below the painting. The house has tall ceilings and hardwood floors of dark mahogany and light oak.
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The railing going to the second floor is ornate.
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On the second floor, the master bedroom has a gas fireplace, walk-in closet, its own bath and deck.
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The master bedroom also looks out at the marsh.
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The second of three bedrooms upstairs is large and well-lit.
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The third bedroom upstairs has good closet space.
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The family bath has a whirlpool tub, a separate shower with full body shower heads, and double vanity.
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The third floor has a large L-shaped bedroom with multiple storage spaces.
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The basement is an in-law with a bedroom, full kitchen, and a living room.
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