Long Valley Section, Washington Township, Morris County "Redux tax assessment by 70K to $750, 100 with approx $1, 790 per yr. tax savings" MAJESTIC FRENCH COUNTRY MANOR IN LONG VALLEY SECTION OF WASHINGTON TWP. Offered for the very first time by the original owners, a sophisticated French country manor is a gracious presence on 4.5+ landscaped and wooded acres set along a cul de sac in Washington Township. The expansive five bedroom, four-and-one-half bath floor plan includes a three-car garage, unfinished walkout lower level with high ceilings and a walkup attic. This architecturally-nuanced residence is elegantly finished in stucco and fabricated masonry for an authentic Old World sensibility. Highlights of the thoughtfully detailed 5,000+ square-foot open floor plan include oak flooring, ornate crown moldings, custom built-ins, high ceilings, three wood-burning fireplaces, oversized, transom-topped and bay windows, French doors, recessed lighting, skylights, a rear staircase, neutral paint colors and interior columns. Take in panoramic mountain and valley views from the spacious rear deck with shade pergola or bluestone patio with hot tub, outstanding venues for entertaining and relaxing. Originally built in 1996 with updates in 2017, this grandly-styled manor has been beautifully maintained inside and out. Entered by a recessed, arched front doorway, the impressive two-story foyer introduces this grand home. To the right is a bay windowed formal dining room lined in crown and chair rail moldings. Tucked off this spacious special occasion space is a well-equipped butler’s pantry with bar sink and granite countertops. To the left of the foyer is a sunny living room with bay window and brick wall fireplace. This cozy fireplace is shared with the adjacent home office fitted with built-in cherry bookcases and cabinetry. A study on the main floor is detailed with crown moldings and oak flooring. At the rear of the home, a chef-inspired kitchen presents granite countertops and backsplash, maple cabinets, a center island with breakfast bar seating and a cooktop, recessed lighting and sliding glass doors to the spacious rear deck for alfresco dining. The adjoining breakfast area is set under a pentagonal-shaped ceiling and enclosed by transom-topped window walls with French doors. Continuing the open flow is a generously-sized family room where the focal point is a brick wood-burning fireplace. This part of the home also has rear stairs to the bedroom level, an updated powder room and a mud/laundry room. Upstairs, a refined master suite begins in a serene bedroom with two walk-in closets and fireplace which is shared with the connecting master sitting room. A sumptuous master bath renovation in 2018 showcases upscale design elements like gray tile flooring, two marble-topped sink vanities, a stand-alone soaking tub and a clear glass door, tiled shower. Four additional bedrooms, three full granite-accented baths and a railed gallery overlooking the foyer complete this level. For future living space, the walkout lower level has high ceilings, rough plumbed for full bath, prepared for future fireplace and currently includes storage and utility rooms. Washington Township in Morris County is centrally located near a network of local and interstate highways including Route 206, I-78 and I-287 for commuters heading into New York City or one of the area’s corporate campuses. The charming and historic villages of Chester, Gladstone and Peapack, Black Oak Golf Club, as well as recreation at Hacklebarney State Park, are also close to this spectacular manor home.
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