ANTIQUE DREAM with 7+ beds, 5.5 bths & 5 WB F/Ps
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ANTIQUE DREAM with 7+ beds, 5.5 bths & 5 WB F/Ps (#821) Manhattan, New York |
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Nestled among fabulous homes, Eaton House (former home of U.S. Congressman Charles A. Eaton) is a sprawling low-key antique gem offering 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 5 woodburning fireplaces, formal living room, formal dining room, media room, den, study, library, etc. The home is centrally air-conditioned to keep you cool and comfortable during the summer. A tranquil escape set on 2 acres of lush greenery, Eaton House is a short distance from the Summit Grand Hotel in NJ and JUST 27 MILES AWAY FROM MANHATTAN. It is the ideal getaway to celebrate that special occasion, family reunion or serve as a base from which to explore New York City, while still enjoying the warmth, comfort and relaxation that only a large country home in lovely Somerset county--the most charming and affluent county in New Jersey--can provide. The 100 year-old Eaton House takes you back in time with its authentic rooms, large woodburning fireplaces, beamed ceilings, original woodwork, oak floors and gorgeous wood panelling. While the antique furnishings complement the originality of the home, modern conveniences have not been forgotten, such as central air-conditioning; massive gourmet kitchen with commercial Wolf range, granite countertops, center island and large pantry; media room with 50" Plasma HDTV + premium cable; office with high speed internet & wireless access, computer with large flat screen monitor, printer and fax for a working vacation; den with 42" wall mounted HDTV, etc. First Level: ------------- *Huge fully-equipped Gourmet Kitchen with commercial Wolf range, exposed brick walls, granite countertops, large granite center-island with barstools to enjoy casual meals, pantry, dining table & chairs for informal dining, and large french windows facing opposite ends of the gardens *Charming formal living-room with beamed ceiling, large WB f/p with antique tile surround, antique couches and armchairs plus a law library and a wall of french windows facing the front gardens *Formal wood-panelled dining room with massive exposed brick f/p, floor-to-ceiling antique built-in cabinets, sitting area with antique sofa and chairs and a wall of windows facing the side gardens *Bright airy den with 2 comfy couches and 42-inch wall-mounted HTDV with premium cable channels *Spacious and open entry foyer with a large antique hall table and sitting area plus wall of french windows facing the side gardens *Various spacious open hallway areas providing nooks and crannies for reading or relaxing *First floor single bedroom *Powder room plus shower room Second Level: ----------------- *A wood-panelled stairway leads to the second level, decorated whimsically with painted floors, a mixture of arts & crafts and shabby chic furnishings. All bedrooms have large windows offering different views of the gardens; some have their own sitting areas and woodburning fireplace *2 Blue Bedrooms with interconnected bath and shower stall *Media room/office with 50-inch flatscreen HDTV offering premium cable channels, woodburning fireplace and a wall of french windows facing the front gardens *Office with flat screen computer with highspeed internet and wireless access, fast printer, copier, fax *Laundry room with washer, dryer, ironing board, and iron *Central hall area outside laundry room offers a library + chairs for relaxing and enjoying a book *A second spacious hallway leads to a large green bedroom suite with sitting area, woodburning fireplace and ensuite bath *Another hallway leads to two more bedrooms with sitting areas plus a large hall bath *At the very end of the hallway is the mastersuite with woodburning fireplace, sitting area and large ensuite bath Outdoor: ----------- *Lovely serene gardens with benches, chairs and picnic tables *Gazebo with wrought iron dining table & chairs with gas fired BBQ grill *Large back courtyard with wrought-iron dining table and chairs *Parking for multiple cars *There are multiple entrances to the home *Gas fired BBQ grill for outdoor cooking |
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Deposit Requirements$1000 FULLY REFUNDABLE DAMAGE DEPOSIT REQUIRED
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| *Fully air-conditioned *Fully equipped Gourmet kitchen--commercial Wolf range, refrigerator, dishwasher, coffee-maker, toaster, microwave oven, blender, juicer, food processor, hand mixer etc. *Lovely serene views of the gardens from walls of windows in all rooms of the home *Laundry room with washer/dryer, iron and ironing board *UNLIMITED free local and U.S. long distance phone calls *Antique hardwood floors *Computer with large flat screen monitor, DSL hi-speed & wireless internet access *Media room with 50" flatscreen HDTV offering premium cable channels *Den with 42" wall-mounted HDTV and DVD *Office-computer, fax, copier, and printer *Large book collection *5 Woodburning fireplaces!!! *All linens, towels, cutlery, cooking utensils, dinnerware svc for 60, stemware (champagne/wine/brandy glasses, etc) *Gas-fired outdoor BBQ grill *Lovely outdoor gazebo with dining table |
A short walk from the house takes you to two beautiful parks, one on a small lake and the other on Watchung Lake with lovely waterfalls. Both parks are ideal for exercising, jogging, fishing, or simply relaxing on a bench and enjoying the country air, waterfalls, or simply watching the flocks of ducks on the lake. You may also take a quick walk to the quaint country house public library and art gallery on the corner, or the Arts Center which hosts a wide variety of art exhibitions as well as high quality musical performances by classical, rock, jazz and other artists as well as comedy and improv performances. The Arts Center also offers a variety of classes in drawing, photography and music. If you wish to avoid the clamor of NYC but still indulge in top Zagat rated cuisine, you may take a brisk walk to Water & Wine on Watchung Lake with its heavenly views, extensive wine list and delectable Italian food! About a mile away, is the magnificient Stonehouse Restaurant on Stirling Road, which opened last Fall as part of a $15 million renovation project on the site of the old Chanticler Chateau in Warren. Stonehouse chefs Jerry Villa and Lee Wong worked previously at Bernards Inn. A wide variety of other spectacular restaurants are within a few miles from the home in Summit, such as the delightful French Souffle, Hunt Club Restaurant & Lounge, Broadway Grill, Roots Steakhouse, Monster Sushi, Dabbawalla and Winberries in the Summit Opera House. Also, the Fore Seasons and Papparazzi in Short Hills, 503 Park, Il Pomodoro, La Scala, and the Tap Room are less than 10 mins away. Within a 15 min drive is the Bernards Inn offering 2 magnificent dining rooms and a terrific jazz bar; also the Pluckemin Inn in Bedminster. Pluckemin Inn offers a Friday Dinner Club where you can enjoy a 4 course-meal and cocktail for $100 per person. For outdoor lovers, there are 2000 acres of walking trails, riding stables, and various other activities a few miles away from the home. A 50-acre Lodge with numerous facilities and corporate activities is about 5 mins away. The Short Hills Mall and Papermill Playhouse are about a 10 minute drive from the home. For antique lovers, there are numerous antique stores nearby as well as spectacular period reproductions on offer within 5 blocks from the house. |
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636 Since February 4, 2009