House buy in Somersetin New Jersey

Sophistication and elegance effortlessly combine with time-honored architectural traditions in a custom-built residence that's ideal for modern lifestyles yet reflects Old World charm. Approached by a long, curved drive along a private road, this home sits amidst 4.8 acres of landscaped grounds. The beautifully-crafted exterior is appointed with a cedar shingle roof featuring copper accents and two cupolas. With stately custom appointments throughout, the interior provides a flowing floor plan, high ceilings, walls of windows, three fireplaces, and multiple French doors that connect to outdoor terraces. Entered through a dramatic foyer, the beautifully-maintained layout offers gracious living areas and a separate guest suite. Oak hardwood floors throughout, layered crown moldings and wainscoting highlight public and private spaces. The first level has a formal living room and a formal dining room sizable enough to accommodate up to 20 guests, a wood-burning fireplace and French doors at both ends. A gourmet kitchen is equipped with two islands, custom cabinets and granite countertops. A collection of high-end appliances includes a Wolf double oven and gas range, separate Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, a warming drawer, three dishwashers--one in the roomy butler's pantry-- and a built-in icemaker. Additionally, there is a spacious breakfast room with custom-designed cabinetry, an oversized Sub-Zero wine refrigerator, two pull-out cold drawers, and French doors to the terrace. Multiple windows take in views of the pool and lawn framed by woodlands. First floor spaces continue in a knotty-pine-paneled office area with glass cabinets and coffered ceiling, a cathedral ceiling sitting room with sliding doors to the back patio, and the huge great room featuring a custom bar accented by an elegant chandelier, sink, wine fridge, and mini-fridge. The great room's wood-burning fireplace is flanked by floor-to-ceiling windows spanning the length of both sides of the room, while walnut paneling and coffered ceilings lend dimensional interest. An iron-railed staircase leads down to the lower level's wine cellar and tasting room, and then upstairs to a generous guest suite. Separated from the main part of the second story, this private suite is designed with a coffee bar, full bath with a steam shower and double vanity, and an oversized walk-in closet. The winding staircase in the entrance foyer leads to a primary suite featuring a dressing room with built-in vanity, multiple glass door closets and a granite-topped island, plus a second large closet with custom built-ins. The luxurious primary bath offers custom cabinetry, marble tile flooring, a clawfoot soaking tub, two separate sink vanities and a stall shower. A dome vaulted ceiling in the primary bedroom is warmed by the glow of a gas fireplace. Adjacent to the primary bedroom is a sitting room with built-in television and mini-fridge. Also on the second floor are three en suite bedrooms, a family room, laundry room and rear staircase to the back entry foyer and four-car garage. On the third-floor finished attic, an exercise room lined in mirrors and a huge front-facing wall with floor-to-ceiling windows is a notable amenity. A storage closet with additional separate cedar closet complete this level. The full, walkout finished basement offers a wine cellar, entertaining spaces, a full bath, the home's fourth powder room, and the main laundry room. It also provides multiple storage areas, and walk-out access to the landscaped pool area. A whole-house generator serves the home. Classic design, fine craftsmanship and attention to detail are evident throughout this premier Mendham Borough residence located in an estate area near Bernardsville Road. Interstate highways, Midtown Direct train stations, schools, shops, restaurants, and golf clubs are close to this impressive home. Ref: 36672-3767033