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A Private Mountain Retreat

Often, it is the search for something extraordinary that makes discovering it so incredibly worthwhile. Set atop Bernardsville Mountain on approximately eight rolling acres, this exceptional Somerset County property offers timeless charm, privacy, and sophisticated country living just forty-three miles from New York City.

A crushed-stone drive winds past stone entrance pillars, crossing a picturesque fieldstone bridge over a flowing stream before arriving at a beautifully restored and expanded stone residence. Originally conceived as a charming country cottage, the home has evolved into an elegant and welcoming retreat that masterfully balances historic character with refined modern living. Mature specimen trees, manicured lawns, flowering gardens, and a peaceful stream-fed pond house create a setting of remarkable beauty and tranquility. Thoughtfully designed outdoor living spaces include expansive bluestone terraces, a gas-plumbed fire pit, built-in grilling station, split-rail and deer fencing, sweeping lawn areas ideal for entertaining, recreation, and quiet enjoyment of the natural surroundings.

Originally rich in rustic character, the main residence was extensively renovated and expanded in 2015, preserving the warmth and authenticity of the original home while introducing a level of understated elegance and sophistication perfectly suited to today’s lifestyle. Fieldstone and Hardie Plank exteriors, a slate roof, soaring vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, radiant heated floors, designer lighting, and dramatic walls of glass create interiors that feel both timeless and contemporary seamlessly connecting the home to its spectacular surroundings.

At the heart of the residence is a spectacular designer kitchen featuring two oversized center islands custom Amish-built cabinetry premium Jenn-Air appliances quartzite and granite countertopsand built-in banquette seating beneath a wall of windows. The kitchen flows effortlessly into the stunning Great Room and formal dining area where beamed ceilings dramatic window wallsand French doors overlooking the grounds create exceptional gathering spaces filled with natural light. Equally impressive is the Media Lounge Room with custom bar vaulted ceilingsand walls of windows framing picturesque views across the manicured grounds gardensand spring-fed pond.

The first-floor primary bedroom offers a private retreat with sitting area custom walk-in closetand spa-inspired bath featuring a Neptune whirlpool tuband steam shower. A fifth ensuite bedroom is also located on the main level while the second floor offers three additional bedroomsand two beautifully updated bathrooms. The walk-out lower level includes recreationandexercise rooms along with access tothe attached two-car garage.

Adding tothe property’s extraordinary appealis acharming one-bedroom guest cottage thoughtfully renovated in 2025and perfectly sitedto take full advantageof these tranquil surroundings. Rich in characterand architectural detail,the cottage features vaulted beamed ceilingswide-plank pine floorsexposed brickand stone fireplacesprivate bluestone terracesan updated kitchen,and flexible denandon office spacescreatingan inviting retreatfor guests.

Further enhancingthe estate are numerous amenities including landscape lightinga detached four-car garagea charming Dutch-door barngenerators serving both themain residenceand guest cottagea Sonos sound system (main residence)andan multi-zone heatinganda air conditioning. Despiteits private country settingthe propertyoffers exceptional conveniencewith easy access to Routes78 202,and 287 NJ Transit,and nearby airportsincluding Newark Liberty International Airportande Morristown Airport.

A truly rare offeringthis exceptional estate seamlessly blendsthe timeless characterof ahistoric country retreatwith thesophistication anda comforts ofmodern livingcreatingapropertyof remarkable beautycomfort,and conveniencein oneof New Jersey’s most coveted locations.