A sophisticated custom-built home is surrounded by seven acres of tranquility in Hunterdon County's Franklin Township. The current owners recently installed over $500,000 in improvements to the flowing 18-room floor plan of six bedrooms, four full and two half baths. An expansive layout includes a separate in-law suite, finished basement and attached three-car garage, while outdoor amenities like the fenced tennis court, built-in trampoline, basketball court, new Trex deck with hot tub and bluestone patio create a resort-at-home feeling. Its central location is close to Interstate 78 and charming downtown Clinton. Approached by a long, tree-lined drive, the brick-accented home overlooks distant mountain views and open green lawns. Manicured grounds are newly landscaped with verdant plantings and lush turf, while underground irrigation and lighting are effortlessly controlled by an app. Inside, highlights such as hardwood floors, four fireplaces, classic millwork and generously-sized rooms are notable features. Additional upgrades include an electric car charger, new upper-end kitchen appliances, a Vivint Smart Home system, Nest thermostats, solar panels, a new furnace and two new air conditioning units. Introducing this custom home is a two-story foyer which accesses many of the principal rooms. A focal point in the living room is the fireplace flanked by two towering circle top windows. French doors in the living room reveal a cherry-paneled fireside library with a railed loft lined in bookcases. Also adjacent to the foyer is a wood-paneled billiards room set under an ornate carved tin ceiling; it offers a convivial wet bar with ample seating and a brass footrail. The adjoining conservatory opens to the rear yard and also accesses a soundproof podcast/recording studio. To the right of the foyer, a formal dining room presents traditional millwork, wall sconces and a sparkling chandelier. The center island kitchen is a gourmet space containing custom ivory-toned cabinetry, new stainless steel appliances from Viking and KitchenAid, a tumbled marble backsplash and granite counters. Tile floors extend into the sun-splashed dining area, where glass doors open to the Trex deck. This part of the home also contains a secondary powder room, laundry room, mudroom, two walk-in pantries and garage access. Completing the main level is a vaulted ceiling great room, where the raised hearth brick fireplace is flanked by floor-to-ceiling circle top windows. Upstairs, the primary suite occupies its own private wing, beginning in the expansive bedroom featuring hardwood floors, an updated fireplace, circle top windows and two walk-in closets. A remodeled primary bath offers a soaking tub, frameless clear glass door shower, double sink vanity and private commode. The primary exercise room has a mirrored wall, two walk-in closets, cathedral ceilings and a skylight. This level continues with four more bedrooms sharing two full, upgraded baths. A door to the separate in-law suite consists of a living room, bedroom, full bath, ample closet space and private stairs to the first floor. The freshly renovated lower level contains a huge recreation room and bonus room, plus three large storage rooms and utility space. Serving the home are solar panels that are netting the current owners $175. per month, multiple zones of forced hot air heat and central air, a built-in generator, security system, underground utilities, private septic and well water. Located in the scenic Annandale section of Franklin Township, bucolic views of farmland, rolling hills and open green spaces characterize this picturesque area. Located about 60 miles from either New York City or Philadelphia, the township is convenient to Interstate 78. Students attend the National Blue Ribbon-designated North Hunterdon High School.
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