CLASSIC GRANDEUR: 36 Stewart Road, Short Hills, NJ
Architectural and scenic grandeur coincide at this spectacular Short Hills estate, nestled on 1.76 manicured acres offering a park-like setting and resort-like accommodations. Accessed by a private drive and renovated to offer every entertaining convenience, this 7-bedroom residence beautifully showcases impeccable attention to detail.
The perfect setting for both lavish entertaining as well as intimate gatherings, those at the pinnacle of success will appreciate the grand spaces yet peace and solitude offered by this remarkable home. Lounge by the breathtaking pool and spa gazing the impeccably manicured, mature grounds, while inside sophisticated systems add to the home's cachet including a music system & radiantly heated flooring throughout the first and second levels, uninterrupted via a home generator.
7 Bedrooms, 7 Full & 2 Half baths, 3 car garage, 5 fireplaces, grand open spaces, soaring ceilings, custom moldings and hardwood flooring in most areas, whole-house generator, spectacular 1.76 acre property with heated in-ground salt water pool, cabana and so much more. Vacationing away from home will be a distant memory.
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PROPERTY OVERVIEW
Entry to this magnificent home is accessed from a quiet street, up a winding drive, creating a commanding presence and promising no less. Peace and privacy abound in this idyllic setting, feeling far from the world yet only a few minutes from the Short Hills NJ Transit Train Station which offers convenient service to both Hoboken and New York Penn Station.
The impressive Entry Hall, with original staircase, custom doorways, soaring ceilings and two coat closets, offers guests a glimpse of the grandeur that awaits every turn. Flanking the Entry Hall are an elegant fireside Living Room and banquet-sized formal Dining Room both boasting expansive windows and offering spaces that are perfect for both intimate gatherings and large events. Also flanking the entry hall is the Kitchen and a i-wood-panelled first floor Library / Office. Radiantly heated flooring throughout the first and second levels exudes wonderful warmth all winter long.
Anchored on beautiful hardwood flooring and set beneath a high ceiling with substantial high-gloss moldings, expansive windows, designer recessed accent lighting and architectural interest at every turn, the fireside formal Living Room is elegant, welcoming guests with warmth and grandeur.
A banquet-scale formal fireside Dining Room with custom wainscotting and multiple windows sets the tone for lavish entertaining under dramatic moldings, offering the perfect space for both small and large dinner gatherings. Holidays and every day will offer a very special experience.
At the very heart of the home is the spacious Kitchen with walls of windows, offering complete visibility to the resort-like rear property. The gourmet Kitchen is high-end, embellished with custom cabinetry, marble and limestone countertops, 6 burner Wolf gas cooktop, two Wolf electric convection ovens, KitchenAid dishwasher, Fisher & Paykel dishwasher drawer, Sub-Zero refrigerator, two Sub-Zero freezer drawers and oversized center island with seating. The convenient Butler's Pantry features additional storage and yet another Sub-Zero Refrigerator, Sub-Zero Freezer and Sub-Zero wine refrigerator.
Nearby is the epitome of effortless gathering: an expansive family room boasting oversized windows and doors with direct sight lines to the rear property from every angle. This generously proportioned room features coffered ceilings, radiantly heated slate flooring and two pairs of French Doors that open to the pool and lush rear property.
The upstairs hall is bright and dramatic with lofty views of the Entry Hall below, accessed by a grand staircase leading to 4 spacious and bright bedrooms. The luxurious Master Suite is reminiscent of a Bed and Breakfast, offering the homeowner a serene, generously sized fireside bedroom with intricate millwork. The bedroom offers generous views of the perfectly manicured grounds.
The Master Bath features a wonderful wood-burning fireplace, large windows, radiantly heated tumbled floor, two separate vanities, an oversized walk-in shower and luxurious air-jetted tub.
Three additional second floor bedrooms offer ensuite baths, high ceilings, walk-in closets, built-ins and elegant moldings. One of the bedrooms in the perfect in-law suite with a sitting room, bedroom and full bath. The laundry center is also located on the second floor, adding convenience. The third floor is home to three additional bedrooms, a full bath and plenty of storage.
The Lower Level is expansive, with an assortment of rooms created for the individual tastes of its occupants including a Recreation Room, Exercise Room and Full Bath. Two Storage Rooms and a Utility Room also reside on this level.
At the end of the sweeping lawn is a wonderful surprise -- an idyllic heated in-ground salt-water pool, totally secluded from the rest of the world offering a tranquil retreat. A nearby pool house / cabana offers a changing room, full bath and kitchenette facilities.
This estate awaits that extraordinary buyer who appreciates fine craftsmanship, modern conveniences and all that Short Hills has to offer.
PROPERTY DETAILS
OVERVIEW
- 7 Bedrooms, 7 Full & 2 Half Baths
- 1.76 Acres
- Completely renovated
- Exterior and interior completely restored back to its original grandeur
- All new kitchen and baths
- All new electric including a Generac whole-house generator
- All new plumbing
- All new Norwood windows and doors
- Upgraded insulation and systems, including the addition of radiantly heated floors throughout the first and second levels
- 45 minutes from Midtown Manhattan
- Top ranked Short Hills school system
FIRST LEVEL
Entry Hall
- Stunning front to back entrance hall with bay windows overlooking the rear grounds
- Grand sweeping staircase with daylight landing
- Custom architectural trimwork and intricate original plaster moldings
- Two expansive coat closets
Living Room
- Wood-burning fireplace with white mantel
- Custom window treatments
- Custom chandelier
- Built-in bookcases
- Intricate 24" millwork
Dining Room
- 12' ceiling
- Gas fireplace
- Wood paneling
- Floor-to-ceiling bookcases
- Custom plantation shutters and shades
- Custom chandelier
Media Room
- Windows on three sides
- French doors to rear property
- 10' beamed ceilings
- In-wall wiring for television
Office/Library
- Original pine paneling
- Wood-burning fireplace
- Custom window seat beneath multiple windows
- Assorted width pine floors
- Custom bookcases
- Intricate original plaster moldings
Gourmet Eat-in Kitchen
- Wide plank oak floors
- Multiple French doors open to patio and rear grounds
- White beamed ceiling
- Built-in workstation
- Expansive center island with seating, prep sink and Calacatta marble countertop with mitered book-matched edge
- Limestone countertops around perimeter
- Subway tile backsplash
- Two Wolf electric convection ovens
- Six-burner Wolf gas cooktop with griddle
- KitchenAid dishwasher
- Fisher & Paykel dishwasher drawer
- Sub-Zero refrigerator
- Two Sub-Zero freezer drawers
- Farmhouse style sink with instant hot water
Butler's Pantry
- Sub-Zero refrigerator
- Sub-Zero freezer
- Sub-Zero wine refrigerator
- Expansive custom shelving and cabinetry
Family Room
- Three walls of windows
- Arched French doors on two sides leading to patio and pool
- White beamed ceiling
- Slate flooring
- In-wall wiring for television
Powder Room (Formal)
- 2 sconces and mirror over Kohler sink
- Kohler toilet
- Custom window
Powder Room (Informal)
- 2 sconces and mirror over Kohler sink
- Kohler toilet
Second Level
Master Bedroom Suite
- Dressing area
- Two large walk-in closets
- Generous bedroom with multiple windows and custom window treatments
- Built-in bookcases and cabinets flanking a gas fireplace
Master Bath
- Wood-burning fireplace
- Two large vanities
- Two windows with plantation shutters over air-jetted tub
- Expansive shower stall with rain shower head
Bedroom 2
- Four windows with plantation shutters
- Large closet
- En-suite bathroom
- Shower over tub
- 2 custom sconces
- Kohler sink set on granite countertop
- Custom vanity
Bedroom 3
- Window seat with cushions
- Two walk-in closets
- Wall of custom built-ins
- Beamed ceiling with wainscotting
- En-suite bathroom
- Shower over tub
- Waterworks faucet
- Custom vanity
Bedroom 4
- Two room bedroom suite
- Window seat with cushions
- Two walk-in closets
- En-suite bathroom
- Shower stall
- Pedestal sink
Second Floor Laundry Room
- Tile floor
- Countertop with sink
Third Level
- Three additional bedrooms sharing an expansive full bath
- Storage rooms
Lower Level
Recreation Room
- Built-in blackboard
- Wall of built-in cabinets and bookshelves
- In-wall wiring for television
Exercise Room
- Sauna
- Wide-plank engineered wood floors
Full Bathroom
- Two light sconces
- Granite countertop over vanity
- Toto commode
- Shower stall
SYSTEMS
- Multi-zone heating and cooling systems with radiant heating throughout First & Second floors
- Water softener
- Full house natural gas backup generator
- State-of-the-art security system with motion detectors and glass break sensors
EXTERIOR
Pool
- Poured concrete custom swimming pool
- Salt-water system
- Built-in spa
- Built-in water fall
- Natural gas heater
- Built-in speakers around pool deck for home music system
Landscaping
- Lush, mature specimen plantings throughout entire property
- Irrigation system with sprinkler heads for lawn and soaker lines for shrubs and planting beds
EXCLUSIONS
- See listing agent
The information above is deemed to be accurate but is not guaranteed and is subject to change.
