Sophisticated, enlivened, engaging. There is virtually a palpable joy to this stunning custom home privately poised on 3 beautifully landscaped open and wooded acres. There are gorgeous views to the Somerset Hills from the pool with sundeck and spa, and from the expansive terrace with fireplace, kitchen and grill. Porches invite restful lingering. Indoors, varying height ceilings, window filled soaring walls, hardwood and marble floors, wainscoting, fireplaces, and multiple French doors granting passage to the exceptional grounds, prevail throughout formal and informal spaces. Bestowing perfection to all are the gifted talents of a well acclaimed interior designer who renders his projects grand, harmonized, yet always approachable. In the two-story foyer, sight lines begin to the unique, open floor plan. A welcoming area with a bar follows. The living room presents carved-panel walls and one of the home's three fireplaces, here with limestone mantel and hearth. Mahogany paneling and built-ins distinguish the library. Ceilings in the dining and great rooms are vaulted, the latter further detailed with shiplap and limestone accompanying the fireplace to the room's 19+ ft. height. Cooking and gathering will be a delight in the expansive kitchen with high quality appliances, lengthy island culminating in a high-top table, and large informal dining area opening to the terrace. Located on the upper level, the 5 bedrooms are each accompanied with walk-in closets and baths. In the luxurious Primary Suite, the room-sized custom closet opens to the updated bath offering quartz surfaces, a radiant heated marble floor and intuitively furnished, separate dressing space. A staircase leads from this second level to the approx. 1100 SF, vaulted, unfinished attic. The lower level features: media and game areas, bar, wine cellar, exercise rooms, bath. Tucked away are utilities and mechanicals servicing multi zone HVAC and irrigation, two 75-gallon hot water heaters, security system and generator among others. A staircase leads up to the 4-bay oversized garage with an impressive organization system. Offering a unique blend of country seclusion and small-town warmth Bernardsville's location and amenities have long made it a community of choice. A well-regarded public school system, proximity to private schools, and a network of highways and train service to New York from Bernardsville's own depot add to the appeal of this location. Newark International Airport is approximately 45 minutes by car. Truly magnificent scenery, exceptional equestrian facilities, golf courses, recreational and cultural opportunities abound in the area. The Mall at Short Hills and other excellent shopping and fine dining options are nearby.
This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's on other websites or public sources.
