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c. 1790 Colonial
Stanton
Readington Township, New Jersey 08833
Readington Township, New Jersey 08833
Stone and Clapboard Farmhouse
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This enchanting, circa 1790 farmhouse is located within the historic hamlet of Stanton in Readington Township. The charm of this historic home blends the splendor of the past with select renovations to 1996. The home, previously on the 92’ Holly Trail is romantically set on .68 acres, adorned by fragrant gardens of lilacs, roses, azaleas, wisteria and other perennials. The stone and clapboard exterior introduces a well appointed interior wrapped in exposed beams, pine paneled walls, gleaming pumpkin pine floors and is warmed by a wood-burning walk-in fireplace and Waterford™ wood stove. Entry is gained along a covered porch into the front vestibule, with a high ceiling and exposed beams. The room opens to a magnificent, sun-filled living room, with glistening pumpkin pine flooring and inviting walk-in wood-burning fireplace. Several steps down lead to the ground level which hosts a breakfast room that leads to the patio and opens to a charming and comfortable family room with Waterford™ wood stove. Kitchen access is convenient from both the family and breakfast room. A laundry room and full bath complete this level. An elegant stairway, edged with railing ascends to three well-proportioned bedrooms, master sitting room and loft area. The master suite hosts a bedroom with adjacent sitting room, with ample closets and pumpkin pine flooring. The property culminates with a barn offering storage with a loft area for the hobbyist. The romantic gardens and multitude of charming and original features capture the essence and rare beauty of this home. This property is in the historic hamlet of Stanton, minutes from the Stanton Ridge Golf and Country Club, Round Valley Reservoir, Deerpath Park, and the Hunterdon YMCA. There is superb shopping with outlets and dining in Clinton and Flemington as well as Whitehouse Station. Readington Township in Hunterdon County encompasses a number of small villages and hamlets, with many buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Antique buildings, charming shops and quaint inns dot the area, which offers scenic beauty to visitors and natives alike. Close proximity to Routes 78, 22 and 202 offers access to many of the state’s business campuses and corporate centers. Outdoor activities can be enjoyed locally at Round Valley and Spruce Run recreation areas.
Archived in June, 2012
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