Historic c. 1765 Bernardsville Colonial

Two notable aspects of this home are its vast acreage and its Early American history, making it a rare gem among Bernardsville homes for sale.  A beautifully-maintained fieldstone Colonial built in 1765 is the centerpiece of 30+ acres featuring a guest house, small barn, swimming pool and pool house.  The leafy surroundings are dotted with Koi ponds, foot bridges, a charming gazebo, woodland paths, native plantings and mature trees.

Several additions over the years enhance the original structure while adding well-appointed living space.  The expansive 20-room floor plan includes eight bedrooms, five full and two half baths as well as a three-car garage.  Among the gathering spaces are a great room with coffered ceilings, a four-season sunroom off the large master suite, and a spacious kitchen.  For the homebuyer seeking a serene property that’s close to major highways and amenities, this enchanting and historic Bernardsville Colonial is a superior choice.

Classic Bedminster Estate

Estate living in Bedminster reaches a whole new level in an exceptional Colonial home that embraces the traditional New England architectural styles of Cape Cod and Nantucket.  A gated entry marks the sweeping five-acre property set along a private lane.  Deer fencing around the perimeter ensures that the fabulous gardens will bloom throughout the season.  An innovative dark-toned Gunite swimming pool is surrounded by Ipé decking and stone walls.  The climate-controlled barn is ideal for horses since the acreage offers direct access to Bedminster’s network of riding trails.  Alternately, the barn can be used for a car collection.

An intense renovation using careful attention to detail was recently completed, including behind-the-walls wiring for flat screen televisions.  Other interior highlights are extensive millwork, arched room openings, custom paneling and intricate moldings.  Of special note is the stylish all-white kitchen balanced by black countertops of honed absolute granite.  Custom finishes also detail the gracious master suite of rooms which offers two baths.  A total of four bedrooms, four full baths and a powder room enhance the meticulously-designed floor plan.

A jewel among Bedminster homes for sale, this grand estate is close to equestrian facilities, recreational pursuits and golf at Hamilton Farm or Trump National.  Historic and cultural offerings are a short drive away in Morristown.  Bedminster Township is about 45 minutes from New York City and about 35 minutes from Newark Liberty International Airport.  A network of local roadways includes Interstates 78 and 287 for commuters.

Inviting Mendham Commons End Unit

Characterized by classic Colonial facades in an attractive neighborhood setting, residents of Mendham Commons enjoy a carefree townhome lifestyle.  On-site amenities include supervised swimming in indoor/outdoor pools, tennis courts, a playground, and a clubhouse with exercise room and kitchen.  The open space and pond within the community are easily viewed from most rooms in an end unit offering a prime waterside location.  A spacious layout includes three bedrooms, two full baths and a powder room, as well as an attached one-car garage. 

This home’s open layout incorporates a bright and airy living and dining room combination fitted with large windows, glass doors to the patio and deck, dentil moldings.  Lending additional charm is a floor-to-ceiling brick hearth gas fireplace in the living room and sparkling pond views.  Continuing the flow is a sun-filled kitchen, half bath and access to the attached garage.

Upstairs, the master bedroom is designed with a private deck overlooking the scenic pond.  A luxurious master bath provides an oversized vanity and stall shower.  Two more large bedrooms offer water views.  Hardwood flooring is found throughout the home, although some rooms are carpeted.  The basement is currently used for storage but could be converted to future living space.

Mendham Commons in Mendham Borough is close to Interstate 287 and New Jersey Transit’s Morristown train station for commuters as well as the Mendham Golf and Tennis Club and the circa 1774 Ford Mansion (George Washington’s Headquarters) at Morristown National Historical Park.

For more insights about Mendham real estate, call or visit the Mendham Office of Turpin Real Estate at 8 East Main Street in its historic village setting.

Well-Appointed Rolling Hills Home

There is renewed interest in split level-style homes since their innovative floor plans serve to bridge mid-century modern and Colonial styles, making their flowing layouts adaptable to any type of décor.  This delightful five bedroom, three-and-one-half bath residence is located in the desirable Rolling Hills neighborhood of Chatham Township.  Surrounded by over a half-acre of professionally designed gardens and green lawns, it was recently updated with a chef’s kitchen.

Highlights of this ten-room home include a spacious living and dining room combination, a renovated kitchen with breakfast bar, a den, family room and a recreation room in the finished basement.  Among the outstanding interior design features are two fireplaces, nicely-sized rooms and hardwood floors.   In the master bedroom, a private master bath features a steam shower. 

Storage options are easily met in the attached, oversized two-car garage with workshop and partially finished basement.  The beautiful grounds are appointed with a patio, wood fencing, mature trees and verdant landscaping.  Public utilities are in place for sewer and water.

The Rolling Hills neighborhood in Chatham is known for its winding, tree-lined streets and beautifully-maintained homes.  It is centrally located to all that Chatham has to offer.  It is less than a mile from the Noe Pond Club for seasonal swimming, boating and tennis or the Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center which schedule nature-related activities all year ‘round.  For more information about this home, or other opportunities in Chatham real estate, contact our Chatham Office at 186 Main Street.

A Look At Chatham Day School

An independent school established in 1998, the co-educational Chatham Day School enrolls students in pre-school through eighth grade. Intentionally small in size with about 165 pupils, there is a clear focus on personalized attention and individuality.

The school’s mission reads: “Chatham Day School celebrates and values each child as a unique learner with extraordinary potential. We offer an academically ambitious program that promotes intellectual achievement and emotional growth in a diverse and nurturing environment.”

Located at 700 Shunpike Road in Chatham, the school offers tours by appointment as well as open houses, usually held in November and January.  With an impressive academic curriculum, graduates of Chatham Day School have gone to some of the area’s top high schools including the Delbarton School, Gill Saint Bernard’s School, Morristown-Beard School, Kent Place School, Barnstable Academy and The Montclair Kimberley Academy.

The well-informed sales associates in our Chatham Office can share more information about Chatham Day School as well as many of the other fine public and private schools in the area.  Our knowledge of local amenities like schools, combined with the latest information about Chatham homes for sale, makes Turpin a smart choice when you are ready to buy or sell a home.

Classic Brick Manor in Mendham Township

A new listing in Mendham Township presents a spacious, open floor plan with many refined details.  This brick manor is set at the end of a peaceful street on 5.5 private acres surrounded by mature trees and green lawns.  A dramatic point of entry is the two-story foyer with a sweeping staircase with railed gallery overlooks.  The formal dining room set beyond an arched doorway features a bay window with a roomy built-in seat.  The formal living room is anchored by an elegantly-manteled, wood-burning fireplace.  A full wall stone fireplace in the family room creates a welcome feeling in this comfortable space.  The gourmet kitchen adjoins a sunny dining area enclosed by a window walls.  Another main floor convenience is a guest suite with full bath.

Upstairs, the master bedroom is styled with an innovative ceiling containing high arched and angular pitches and circle top windows as well as several walk-in closets and a dressing area.  The property has a detached four-car garage topped by a finished room with full bath, making it an ideal home office or secondary guest quarters.

This sophisticated home’s floor plan is designed with a variety of classic amenities throughout, presenting an excellent backdrop for any style of decor.  Its traditional design sense combines with a flexible layout, making it a true standout among Mendham homes for sale.

Grand Country Estate Home

It would be hard to imagine a more perfect Colonial estate than this 10-plus acre property on the Bernardsville Mountain.  Originally built in the 1700s, its sun-filled rooms brim with charm and sophistication.  The enchanting grounds include a long drive marked by stone pillars, sweeping green lawns, perennial gardens, rustic stone walls and a picturesque pond. 

The main house has been meticulously cared for and extensively renovated through the years, resulting in a bright, fresh interior graced with timeless design elements.  An open floor plan of six bedrooms and six full baths also includes elegant spaces for entertaining, an updated chef’s kitchen, plus a newer addition featuring a family room and home office.  Outbuildings include a three-car garage.

As one of the earliest homes on the Bernardsville Mountain, this estate is a rare offering in a coveted part of the state.  For more information about Bernardsville homes for sale, contact our Bernardsville Office.

Gracious Hedgerows Colonial in Chester Township

“Elegant simplicity” is a phrase that comes to mind when describing this custom-built home in Chester’s Hedgerows neighborhood.  Taking its design cues from Early American architecture, this classic white Colonial adjoins a red barn-style garage with three parking bays, giving it the look of a vintage farmstead.  The difference is that this home is filled with up-to-the-minute amenities and design elements that speak to a 21^st century lifestyle. 

Natural light spills into the spacious 12-room floor plan of five bedrooms, four full baths and a powder room.  Set amid 2.48± acres of rolling property, the home was built by the current owners in 2007, making it one of the newer residences in Hedgerows.  This desirable Chester Township community consists of just 39 New England reproduction homes based on 18^th century architecture.  Careful attention to detail is evident in all the homes in this sought-after enclave.

Among the outstanding amenities gracing the interior are red oak hardwood floors (which were fashioned from the property’s oak trees) on the main and second floors, traditional millwork, plantation shutters, built-ins and French doors.  Three fireplaces on the first floor are delightful focal points in some of the main gathering spaces.  Other highlights include a teak and granite gourmet kitchen fitted with stainless steel appliances, a private master suite on the second floor, and a partially finished lower level with full bath, exercise area and play room.

Hedgerows truly captures the one-of-a-kind charm of Chester real estate.

Gated Far Hills Estate on Over 26 Acres

This spectacular Far Hills estate home, built in 2000, offers a unique escape from the mundane world. The hilltop site overlooking approximately 25 acres of farmland assessed property, provides expansive views of Ravine Lake and the Somerset Hills beyond.

This exceptional home was designed by Jeffrey Beer of the renowned architectural firm of Beer & Coleman. The sixteen-room main house, with its open floor plan, has four bedrooms, six full and two half baths, as well as a four-car garage complete with radiant heat. An enormous great room, reminiscent of the most elegant Adirondack lodge, with its rich paneling, soaring rustic beamed ceiling, and striking raised stone fireplace, is breathtaking both in its scale and attention to detail. The stunning open gourmet chefs kitchen is complemented by a highly functional butler’s pantry. The first floor master suite includes a silting room, dual dressing rooms, two full baths, and a laundry room. The lower level, complete with an exercise room, full bath, and multi-person sauna, includes both a playroom and an “Orvis” room with a wet bar, and a home theater, providing entertainment for all ages.

The caretaker’s cottage, designed with the same exterior architectural detail as the main house, includes a full kitchen which opens into the living room, full bath, a generous bedroom, and a huge additional multifunctional room. The cottage also houses the additional four-car radiant heated garage.

Marked by private entrance gates, this architectural masterpiece represents a rare opportunity in sought after Far Hills real estate. Surrounded by open land and wooded property, the setting is at once private, yet close to local amenities. Shopping, dining. excellent schools, train service, and a network of local and interstate highways are a short drive from this gated estate.

Bernardsville’s Legendary “Claremont” Estate

Claremont is the historic estate property sited on 70 Bernardsville Mountain acres and designed by renowned architect George Brown Post for use as his Summer home.  Its history is well-documented in the pages of New Jersey Houses: The Somerset Hills, Volume I, authored by Jack Turpin and W. Barry Thomson. 

Post was a founding father of the Bernardsville Mountain colony established in the late 1800s, and his home was an exceptionally fine example of the grand homes still located here.  The circa 1903 estate was a neo-Federal style residence fashioned of stone and terra cotta.  Using his considerable architectural gifts in the plans for Claremont, Post was also known as “the father of the tall building in New York,” and his Summer home has distant views that reach as far as the Manhattan skyline (the location of skyscrapers he designed). 

Inside, the size and scope of Claremont’s floor plan is immediately evident in the wide center hall which serves as a starting point for grandly-scaled rooms.  Marble floors, gracefully appointed fireplaces, soaring ceilings, detailed millwork and spacious windows are among the timeless design elements. 

Upstairs are four en-suite bedrooms, a master suite of rooms and roomy staff quarters.  Of special note is the upper floor’s Palladian window wall which takes in sweeping views of distant valleys, rolling hills and the estate’s elaborate terraced gardens.  This classic estate property also includes a lovely shingle style carriage house with apartment and an inviting guest cottage. 

With a legacy that reaches back over 100 years, Claremont is undoubtedly one of George Post’s most remarkable designs.  A rare and historic offering, this Bernardsville home for sale is truly a legendary estate property.