Surrounded by a park-like half-acre of lush green lawns, tall trees and flourishing specimen plantings, this magnificent, 11- room, custom, center hall colonial – with fully remodeled kitchen, five large bedrooms (including master and au pair suites), five full and two half baths and a fabulous in-ground pool with fully equipped cabana – promises the very best in contemporary suburban living. Located on one of South Orange’s most prestigious streets, this exquisite home is only a short commute by Midtown Direct trains into Manhattan. Kids attend the highly rated South Mountain Elementary School. The first level features an entry vestibule with leaded glass windows; deep marble foyer; elegant formal living room with marble fireplace; large formal dining room with marble floor and four built-in corner china cabinets; gourmet eat-in kitchen with high-end appliances and butler’s pantry; sunny breakfast room with octagonal ceiling; flowing family room with walk-out access to the pool area; library/den with marble fireplace; formal powder room; and built-in two-car garage. The second level boasts an elegant master suite comprised of a spacious bedroom and his-and-her full baths; three additional bedrooms; full hall bath; and center foyer. Ideal for use as an au pair’s quarters, the third level includes a large fifth bedroom; full bath; center foyer; and massive, cedarlined, walk-in closet. The lower level contains a sweeping recreation room; half bath; and laundry/storage room. Sheltered from view by a long brick wall and extensive border plantings, the pool and cabana are surrounded by a rolling lawn and large stone patio. The cabana includes a dining pavilion, kitchen, two changing rooms, shower and fifth full bath. South Orange is a thriving community (home to the new South Orange Performing Arts Center and Seton Hall University) where residents enjoy local and area shopping, gourmet restaurants and an exceptional range of cultural and recreational activities. Located only 20 minutes from Newark International Airport, South Orange also is convenient to many major highways. Midtown Direct trains provide a convenient 28-minute commute into Manhattan.
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