Far Hills estate offers luxury on 7 acres – New Jersey Hills

Accentuated by fine craftsmanship and an open floor plan, this five bedroom, five and one-half bath luxury residence in Far Hills boasts 10,000 square feet of meticulous living space, with upgrades and amenities throughout. Notable features include hardwood floors, high ceilings, custom windows, decorative millwork and molding, built-ins, imported stone, fine fixtures and so much more.

The estate offers nearly seven flat, private acres; its winding paver drive flanked by dual brick pillars and classic lantern lighting.

A stately brick facade towers over sprawling green lawns, pristine landscaping and a lighted paver walkway. The homes double door entry welcomes you to a sunlit marble foyer with a Palladian window, revealing brilliant architectural details including traditional wainscot, high ceilings, decorative columns and a grand staircase. To the left, French doors access a large conservatory with finely crafted millwork and built-ins, a see-through fireplace, custom lighting and window treatments, and access to the rear grounds.

To the right of the foyer, the formal banquet sized dining room boasts a spectacular coffered ceiling, hardwood floors and wainscot paneling. The convenient butlers pantry offers cabinetry, granite counters and a large walk-in pantry with extensive storage space for groceries and more.

The sunken formal living room is warm and inviting, with transom windows, hardwood floors and a fireplace with carved wood mantel. Steps away, a well-appointed powder room offers ultra-chic styling in neutral gray tones with glass mosaic tiling, chrome fixtures and a Jacob Delafon commode.

The enormous chefs kitchen delivers a six burner Viking cooktop and dual Electrolux wall oven. Enjoy sprawling granite counters and abundant cabinetry, in addition to an oversized granite center island with breakfast bar seating. Amenities also include a custom hexagonal tile backsplash, Sub-Zero paneled refrigerator, granite topped work area with wine storage, and a bright breakfast area with sliders to a large, window-lined sunroom.

The kitchens modern floor plan opens to an exquisite family room, featuring a stone fireplace and raised hearth, hardwood floors, crown molding, recessed lighting, and floor-to-ceiling Palladian windows offering tranquil wooded views. French doors lead to an adjacent first level office, which can be brilliantly re-purposed as a music, craft or play room.

At the rear of the home, a large mudroom provides custom built-in gear storage and organization for the whole family, with nearby laundry room and rear stairwell to the second floor.

Upstairs, double doors open to the large master suite, with an incredible vaulted ceiling, fireplace, and separate sitting area. The spa-like master bath boasts dual vanities with porcelain bowl sinks and a Kohler jetted tub. Luxurious amenities include imported tile, plantation shutters, skylight, and a steam shower with dual heads. An enormous his/hers walk-in closet offers storage galore with custom closet organization systems.

Two additional bedrooms are well appointed with hardwood floors, crown molding, and large closets, and share a Jack & Jill bath with double sinks and a separate room for tub/shower and commode. The homes fourth bedroom is large and bright, and features an ensuite bath. Offering work-at-home convenience, a sizeable second floor office features a large closet, custom blinds and hard wood floors.

At the other end of the hall, the fifth bedroom is a sunlit, expansive space ideal for inlaws or AuPair. In addition to dimensional ceilings, enormous closets, and an adjacent full bath, the room also has convenient access to the rear stairwell.

This exquisite estate is nestled atop nearly seven pristine acres, accented by professionally landscaped lawns, meticulous planting beds and lighted paver walkways. A true backyard oasis is enveloped by private wooded views, and offers a sparkling gunite pool and spa featuring multicolored underwater lighting, automatic pool cleaner and water purifier, which provides up to an 80 percent reduction in chlorine use.

Lounge in serene privacy on the expansive natural stone pool deck or entertain guests with amenities like a pergola-covered deck and a built-in barbecue with refrigerator and granite prep areas. The home offers a four-bay garage with a built in electric car charger, flex-core flooring, in addition to custom closets and storage areas.

A spectacular walkout lower level takes luxury to new heights, and is designed to impress. Two spacious living areas offer generous space for recreation, billiards, media and more, and a home gym boasts rubberized flooring, mirrored walls, and a frosted glass entry.

The incredible TIVO-linked home cinema features stadium, motion-enhanced seating for eight, a 400 DVD-library, and acoustical tiles for the complete theater experience. Store your favorite vintages in the wine cellar, finely furnished with a copper ceiling, WhisperKool climate control, bistro seating and a corking station. Additional conveniences include a full bath with sauna and stall shower, and an entertaining area with refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave and more.

Far Hills is well-known for its rural suburban neighborhoods and luxury estates, and offers a top-rated school system, recently ranked No. 18 in the state by U.S. News & World Report. In addition to numerous dining, shopping and lifestyle conveniences, commuters enjoy the convenience of in-town NYC train and bus transportation, and close proximity to major highways 287 and 78.

This property is marketed by Roxanne Formisano, Broker of Record, Keller Williams Towne Square Realty, 222 Mt. Airy Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920, 908-766-0085 (office), 908-507-0037 (mobile)roxanne.formisano@yahoo.com or http://www.roxanneformisano.comfor all questions or a showing appointment.

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