House buy in Ralston New Jersey

A classic New England Colonial situated on over an acre of professionally landscaped property in Mendham's sought after Brookrace neighborhood offers exceptional curb appeal, a bright interior, and fresh updates throughout. Custom details in this five bedroom, four full and two half bath home include hardwood floors throughout, two gas fireplaces, built-ins and extensive moldings and traditional millwork. Beautifully maintained, the home provides an ideal layout for everyday living and entertaining. Welcoming and bright, an oversized foyer takes in views of the living areas beyond. An arched door frame leads to a graceful living room aglow with natural light and the warmth of a gas-lit fireplace. The foyer's opposite archway reveals an elegant dining room with dimensional wainscoting and oversized windows, perfect for gatherings and special occasions. French doors connect the dining room to a cozy family room with a built-in media center, gas fireplace and back staircase. The high-end custom kitchen features an oversized center island, impressive cabinetry, granite countertops, and professional-grade appliances with two dishwashers. In an adjoining breakfast room, plantation shutters, an ornately detailed coffered ceiling and views of one of two private patios are notable details. Multiple pantries and closets for storage, a powder room and laundry room complete this level. Take one of two staircases to the second level offering five en suite bedrooms. A private hall leads to the spacious primary suite which includes walk-in closets and an elegantly updated primary bath. Heated marble inlay floors, quartz countertops, a soaking tub and ample storage create a spa-like sanctuary. Additionally, this wing has an expansive en suite bedroom with sitting area and custom built-ins that can also serve as an office or library. Completing this level is a private guest suite with bath and roomy walk-in closet and two more generously-sized en suite bedrooms with double closets. The finished lower level provides impressive entertaining and living spaces. A media area with ample seating invites movie nights at home. The billiards space opens to a bar area with custom cabinetry, sink, wine refrigerator, wine storage and lounge seating. A separate mirrored exercise room has enough space for multiple users. A convenient powder room completes the lower level. Rounding out the wonderful features of this level are access to a walkout patio with a stone, wood-burning firepit, professionally designed and maintained gardens, stone walls and steps winding down to the patio and pool. Located off the kitchen, an in-ground pool is surrounded by mature trees for privacy as well as perennial gardens, an herb garden and calming water feature. Ignite the large glass fireplace and enjoy the serene oasis this backyard provides. Past the gated pool area is direct access to Schiff Nature Preserve for hiking and exploring. Steps away is Lake Therese which offers boating and fishing exclusively for residents of the Brookrace neighborhood. Just beyond the community entrance is Roxiticus Golf Club and Pleasant Valley Farm. Brookrace is located in the scenic Roxiticus Valley part of Mendham Township, known for their award-winning school district. It is also located a short distance from either Bernardsville or Morristown train stations for Midtown Direct service to New York City. Additional amenities of this beautiful home include an attached three-car garage, custom closet systems, home security system, whole house generator, central vacuum, new wireless irrigation system and public utilities. Ref: 36672-3812789