This property combines comfort, and functional living spaces in a serene outdoor setting. The open level lot offers a tree line view! An open floor plan is perfect for entertaining, with access to the pool area. First flour 'suite offers a bedroom, living room, private kitchen, and bath with private entrance. The yard features decks, gardens, patios, and a shed. Gunite heated in ground pool with a built-in hot tub! The kitchen features granite countertops, large enter island, dual sinks, wood cabinets, new wall oven, and microwave. There are 3 decks- 1 off the upstairs loft. The primary bedroom overlooks the grounds from a private deck. Additional features include a relaxing soaking tub, stall shower, and ample closets space. Cozy up to the two fireplaces in the living room and a wood burning stove in the family room.
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Rockaway Township, located in northeastern Morris County, blends natural beauty, suburban neighborhoods, and a strong historical legacy rooted in early mining and industry. The township encompasses rolling hills, lakes, and wooded expanses that give it a distinctly rural charm despite its proximity to major highways and regional centers. Along Green Pond Road, Mount Hope Road, and Route 46, remnants of its industrial past mix with modern developments, neighborhood centers, and preserved open spaces. Rockaway Township was incorporated on April 8, 1844, when it separated from portions of Hanover, Pequannock, and Morris Townships. It once included what is now Rockaway Borough, as well as parts of Denville and Wharton before those municipalities became independent. Today, Rockaway Township covers more than 45 square miles, making it the largest municipality in Morris County by area. Its communities include White Meadow Lake, Mount Hope, Green Pond, Hibernia, and Rockaway Village.
Rockaway Township's early identity was shaped by iron mining and smelting, industries that flourished in the 18th and 19th centuries. Mount Hope Mine was among the most productive iron mines in New Jersey and operated for nearly 250 years before its closure in the 1970s. The iron ore extracted from the area helped fuel the state's industrial growth and linked Rockaway to the greater Morris Canal network. Early settlers, primarily of English and Dutch descent, established forges and small communities around the mines. The arrival of the Morris and Essex Railroad in the mid-1800s further spurred growth and trade. Historical landmarks such as Ford-Faesch Manor serve as reminders of this industrial past. Through the 20th century, the township transitioned from a mining hub to a residential community, with suburban expansion following the construction of Interstate 80 and Route 15.
Rockaway Township hosts many annual community events, including White Meadow Lake Festival Days, summer concerts at Peterson Field, and various programs run by the Township Recreation Department. The township also participates in regional celebrations such as Memorial Day parades and local festivals that foster civic pride and volunteerism.
The Rockaway Township School District serves elementary and middle school students at Birchwood, Catherine A. Dwyer, Dennis B. O'Brien, and Copeland Middle School. High school students attend Morris Hills or Morris Knolls High School through the Morris Hills Regional District. Nearby, the County College of Morris in Randolph provides higher education and continuing learning opportunities.
Rockaway Township boasts diverse natural and recreational resources, including Farny State Park, Wildcat Ridge Wildlife Management Area, Splitrock Reservoir, and Green Pond. Residents enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and boating, while parks such as Peterson Field, Donatoni Community Park, and Mount Hope Pond offer playgrounds, sports fields, and picnic areas. White Meadow Lake, a private lake community, provides beaches and social programs for members.
The township benefits from excellent transportation access via Interstate 80, Routes 46 and 15. Local roads such as Green Pond Road and Mount Hope Road connect neighborhoods to shopping districts, schools, and recreation facilities. NJ Transit bus routes and nearby rail service from Dover and Denville stations link residents with Morristown, Newark, and New York City.
Rockaway Township offers a range of housing, from lakefront and rural estate properties to modern suburban developments. Families often choose the township for its scenic environment, strong schools, and extensive public amenities, which together create a spacious yet connected community lifestyle.
Population: 26,893
Area: 41.73 sq. miles
Established: 1844
Distance from NYC: 45
Distance from Philadelphia: 85
Distance from Newark: 24
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