4 Beds | 4.2 Baths | 3.01 Acres | MLS: 3646819 | $1,575,000
Stone pillars mark the driveway entrance to this majestic Georgian colonial residence. Sweeping lawns are professionally landscaped and sheltered by tall trees around the perimeter, in addition to thoughtfully placed flowering specimen trees. Sited on over three acres bordered by expansive preserved parkland the residence enjoys a neighborhood setting with the added benefit of seemingly limitless private surroundings. Stone walls and manicured plantings border the parking courtyard that leads to a columned entry framing a handsome wood door topped by a leaded glass transom and sidelights. Outdoor entertaining is easy on the large rear patio overlooking a custom heated pool and spa with Coolcrete surround. A fountain creates a peaceful and serene ambiance. Additionally, the grounds offer a blacktop area for basketball and a treehouse.
As you enter the grand foyer with lustrous marble floors and an elegant butterfly staircase you are immediately aware of the detailed craftsmanship and graceful décor that sets this home apart.
Formal living and dining rooms anchor either side of the foyer through arched entryways, while the expansive family room lies ahead and extends through to the conservatory offering views of the rear property. The formal dining room offers detailed moldings, a coffered ceiling and a fireplace for added ambiance when hosting elegant dinner parties. The living room fireplace is set in wood paneling with a black marble surround; it overlooks pristine lawns framed by oversized windows. French doors lead to the library wrapped in custom pine-paneled walls and built-in bookcases and offering yet another beautiful fireplace. The family room has the fourth of six fireplaces as well as a wall of built-in bookcases and cabinetry. Architectural columns delineate the space from the adjoining conservatory, where floor-to-ceiling windows fill the room with natural light and capture views of the private backyard with in-ground pool.
Connecting to the family room is the gourmet kitchen. Truly the heart of this home; it has been exquisitely designed with custom cabinetry from Hampshire. This eat-in kitchen has multiple work stations offering premium granite countertops and high-end appliances with an extra prep sink and secondary dishwasher. The kitchen alcove is ideal for casual dining and a sitting area with brick and wood-paneled fireplace as the backdrop is perfect for enjoying morning coffee or settling into a good book. Nearby are one of two first floor powder rooms, an expansive laundry room with plenty of storage, and access to the five-bay heated garage with epoxy finish flooring.
A roomy upstairs hallway with balcony opens to the Master Bedroom. Truly a relaxing oasis, this suite of rooms includes a bedchamber with fireplace and ample room for a seating arrangement, a gorgeous dressing room with a bank of custom closets for easy wardrobe storage and a luxurious, gleaming bath designed with marble floors and counters, white cabinetry, a window seat and glass enclosed shower. Anchoring the dressing room/bath is an exercise area with sauna and free standing soaking tub. A renovated hall bath is shared by two additional bedrooms on this level while the fourth is en-suite. These additional bedrooms all enjoy spacious closets and hardwood floors. Completing the second level is a bonus room with bath that is accessed by a back staircase and ideal for recreation and relaxation.
The lower level has a finished area for multiple uses and offers plenty of storage as well as opportunity for future additional living space. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown, local schools, walking trails and a plethora of shopping, dining and cultural activities in nearby Morristown, this property also enjoys easy access to many commuting routes and Midtown Direct train service to New York City.
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