CITY CHIC: 50 Farley Road, Short Hills, NJ
The old adage "Location, Location, Location" perfectly encapsulates why this magnificent home is a rare find and a must see. Ideally situated on a winding tree-lined street and backing up to the South Mountain Reservation walking trails, this 7 bedroom 6.3 bath custom built residence is fresh and inviting, classic yet informal, welcoming yet edgy, offering everything you crave in a high caliber home. From its kitchen that dazzles, wrapped in windows with an oversized quartz island, sleek custom white cabinetry and walk-in pantry, to its octagonal first-floor office and octagonal lower level gym both with windows on 5 sides, to its expansive mahogany rear deck arranged as a series of al fresco rooms, this home is all about bringing the outside in.
Renowned architect James Paragano AIA got it right, offering sophisticated high design and alluring warmth with sun-filled rooms, many with French door views of the lush grounds, soaring ceilings, custom hand-crafted millwork and a floor plan that facilitates both informal gatherings as well as more formal entertaining. Boasting a gracious master suite with breathtaking views of the reservation, voluminous walk-out basement with gym and theater, convenient rear staircase and 5 second floor bedrooms, all with private baths. Less than 1 mile to downtown Millburn and the Midtown Direct NJ Transit train to NYC, with busing available to the highly ranked Millburn Township schools.
7 Bedrooms, 6 Full & 3 Half baths, 2 car garage, 2 fireplaces with gas starters, grand open spaces, soaring ceilings, custom moldings and hardwood flooring throughout, chef-inspired kitchen, high-tech systems, state-of-the-art theater, mahogany deck and so much more. This is the home you have been waiting for.
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PROPERTY OVERVIEW
Straight out of the pages of a luxury magazine, the home you have been dreaming of can finally be yours. A sophisticated masterpiece that exudes luxury and high design all while maintaining that warm comfort of home makes 50 Farley Road a vision of perfection. Peace and privacy abound in this idyllic setting, feeling far from the world yet less than a mile from downtown Millburn and the Millburn NJ Transit Train Station which offers convenient service to both Hoboken and New York Penn Station.
Thoughtfully designed by architect James Paragano AIA, this transitional colonial offers modern amenities and an open floor plan with clean lines and luxurious scale. To set the architectural tone, the dramatic entry hall is set on dark matte hardwood flooring in a handsome herringbone pattern and flanked by generously sized dining and living rooms. A dramatic staircase, winding up through an octagonal focal point of the home, is one of two leading to the second level.
The eye-catching banquet-sized dining room, stylishly framed with a beautiful coffered ceiling, custom drapery and elegant moldings, is ideal for an evening of entertaining. Glass pocket doors create a separate and more intimate dining experience.
Directly behind the entry hall is a jewel that is the stunning fireside living room, complete with custom built-ins, walls of windows and masterful trim detail. French doors lead to an expansive mahogany deck and affords effortless entertaining.
An Octagonal Private Library, lined with custom built-ins and affording panoramic views of the grounds is a one of a kind space for contemplation - the rare home office its owner will look forward to using.
The heart of every home is the Kitchen, and this home's Kitchen is a truly special space. Wrapped in windows for maximum airiness and light, and outfitted with an oversized quartz island, sleek custom inset Shaker cabinets, chef-grade appliances, contemporary plumbing fixtures, sophisticated lighting and a spacious breakfast area, the Kitchen dazzles. Overlooking the South Mountain Reservation, the Kitchen spills out to an inviting, expansive mahogany deck arranged as a series of al fresco rooms.
Cool in the summer and warm in the winter: The Family Room, clad with built-ins, a wood-burning fireplace with gas starter and French doors to the deck, is open to the Kitchen with uninterrupted sightlines and the perfect hub for casual gathering.
Conveniently located off the Kitchen are essential rooms used daily: The large and ever-functional Mud Room, leading to the attached Garage, features custom cubbies and seating. A back staircase, driveway side entrance, additional Powder Room and Laundry Room enhance convenience, and a Bedroom/second Home Office, stylishly decorated with modern built-in bookshelves and filing cabinets, adds flexibility to this perfect floor plan.
Spiraling to the second level of the home, you will find solid wood doors leading to the luxuriously serene Master Suite featuring a vaulted ceiling, sumptuous blackout draperies on large windows, three custom walk-in closets, and a Dressing Area with French doors into the Master Bathroom
A large elegant dressing room leads to the closet of your dreams with customized cabinetry and hanging spaces. French doors lead to the Master Bathroom with marble floors, steam shower with top-of-the-line plumbing fixtures and a beautiful air-jetted tub with large windows above overlooking the lush rear property. Two separate marble vanities with expansive storage and a walk-in closet offer plenty of room for toiletries and linens.
Four additional generous Bedrooms with custom window treatments & en-suite Bathrooms reside on the Second Floor, ensuring perfect privacy for all.
The walkout Lower Level offers high ceilings & abundant natural light, making it uniquely inviting. Here a large Media Room's state-of-the-art home theater system features sophisticated sound and projection systems.
A spacious Recreation Room, Game Room, Billiard Room, Music Room, Powder Room, Exercise Room and Guest Suite with a Full Bathroom en-suite complete this expansive Lower Level.
The mahogany deck boasts extensive and picturesque vistas of the South Mountain Reservation, making the homeowner feel far away from it all and yet still only less than a mile to the Millburn Train Station. The large size of the property, deck and patio ensure that even the largest gathering will feel comfortable.
The home's craftsmanship is matched by its sophisticated technical systems, with state-of-the-art heating and cooling, security and sound systems to envelope its residents in perfect comfort. This balance of masterful design and luxury is less than one mile from local shops, world-dining and theater and the Millburn Train Station's Midtown Direct Service to New York City. Additionally, busing is available to all Short Hills top-rated public schools.
Resting on 0.58 tranquil acres, 50 Farley Road is a tasteful balance of masterful design, luxury and classic comfort, awaiting that extraordinary buyer who appreciates fine craftsmanship, modern conveniences and all that Short Hills has to offer. Welcome to the epitome of casual elegance.
PROPERTY DETAILS
OVERVIEW
- Quality custom home construction designed by James Paragano AIA
- 7 generously-sized bedrooms
- 6 Full & 3 Half baths
- 2 car garage
- 2 fireplaces with gas starters
- 0.58 lush acres
- Grand open spaces, soaring custom ceilings, custom moldings and hardwood flooring throughout
- 10'+ ceilings throughout first level
- 9'+ ceilings throughout second and lower levels
- Custom recessed lighting throughout
- High-tech systems including Russound Home Audio System and state-of-the-art theater
- Multiple-zone high-efficiency Trane HVAC systems
- Home backs to the majestic South Mountain Reservation and offers convenient access to walking and hiking trails
- 35 minutes from Midtown Manhattan via NJ Transit express trains
- #1 ranked Short Hills public school system
FIRST LEVEL
Foyer
- Grand entry with circular staircase
- Dark matte wide hardwood flooring in a handsome herringbone pattern
- Large coat closet with custom organization system
- Tray Ceiling
- Custom chandelier
Powder Room
- Toto commode
- Custom vanity with natural stone countertop
- Designer fixtures
Living Room
- Speakers for home audio system
- Built-in storage unit
- Wood-burning Fireplace with gas starter
- French doors to expansive mahogany deck
Library
- Five sets of double windows overlooking the lush grounds
- Grasscloth and wood paneling
- Built-in shelving, cabinets and drawers
- Designer lighting fixture
- Custom window blinds
Dining Room
- Coffered ceiling
- Custom light fixture
- Custom window treatments
- Sliding glass pocket door to create intimate gatherings
Butler's Pantry
- Custom cabinetry with glass display doors
- GE Monogram 24" wine refrigerator
- Avanti 15" built-in beverage refrigerator
Gourmet Kitchen
- Custom white inset shaker-style cabinetry
- Caesarstone (quartz) countertops
- Natural stone and glass tile backsplash
- Undercabinet lighting
- Large stainless steel sink with designer faucet overlooking rear property
- InSinkErator garbage disposal
- Expansive center island
- Designer light fixtures
- Matching quartz countertops
- Stainless steel sink with designer faucet
- Maytag garbage disposal
- Professional top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances
- Dacor 48" dual-fuel six-burner gas range with removable griddle and two electric ovens
- Best by Broan overhead professional exhaust
- Dacor electric wall oven
- Dacor microwave
- SubZero refrigerator/freezer
- Miele dishwasher
- Breakfast Area
- Designer lighting fixture
- Bay window with French doors to rear patio and outdoor kitchen
- Two expansive pantries with built-in shelving
Family Room
- Open to kitchen and breakfast area
- Wood-burning fireplace with gas starter flanked on both sides by custom built-in cabinetry
- LG television and soundbar
- Two French Doors opening to the rear patio
- Abundance of windows and natural light
- Coffered ceiling
Second Powder Room
- Toto Commode
- Custom vanity with natural stone countertop
- Designer fixtures
Bedroom 6 / First-Floor Office
- Built-in bookshelves and locking file cabinets
- Built-in desk
- Two windows with custom window treatments
Laundry Room
- Conveniently located on the first floor
- Front loading high-efficiency washer
- Gas dryer
- Built-in storage
- Hanging rod
- Standalone utility sink
- Pocket door for privacy
Mud Room
- Access to back stairway
- Custom built-in cubbies, cabinets and drawers
- Convenient side entry door leading directly to driveway
Oversized 2-Car Garage
- Two carriage doors with garage door openers
- Plethora of storage
SECOND LEVEL
Master Bedroom Suite
- Double door entrance
- Dramatic tray ceiling
- Sony wall-mounted television
- Six oversized windows with custom window treatments
- Three walk-in closets with custom closet organizers
- Master Bath
- Calacatta marble floor
- Tray ceiling
- Oversized Roma steam stall shower
- Marble tile
- Marble shelves
- Wall-mounted & handheld shower sprays
- BainUltra freestanding jetted tub
- Two custom vanities with marble counters and designer mirrors
- Chrome fixtures throughout
- Two oversized windows with transoms
- Washroom
- Toto commode
- Window with custom window blind
- Large linen/storage closet
Bedroom 2
- Two windows
- Oversized closet with custom shelving
- En-suite bath
- Toto commode
- Shower stall with designer fixtures
- Custom vanity with mirror and stone counter
- NuTone exhaust fan
Bedroom 3
- Three windows
- Custom window treatments
- Two oversized closets with custom shelving
- En-suite bath
- Toto commode
- Shower stall with designer fixtures
- Custom vanity with mirror and stone counter
- NuTone exhaust fan
Bedroom 4
- Two windows with custom window treatments
- Oversized closet with custom shelving
- En-suite bath
- Toto commode
- Shower stall with designer fixtures
- Custom vanity with mirror and stone counter
- NuTone exhaust fan
Bedroom 5
- Five windows with custom window treatments
- Walk-in closet with custom shelving
- Built-in desk with storage drawers
- En-suite bath
- Toto commode
- Shower stall with designer fixtures
- Custom vanity with mirror and stone counter
- NuTone exhaust fan
LOWER LEVEL
Bedroom 7
- Custom window treatment
- En-suite bath
- Toto commode
- Shower stall with designer fixtures
- Custom vanity with mirror and stone counter
- NuTone exhaust fan
Media Room
- Mitsubishi Projector
- Denon surround sound system
- Projector screen
- Wall-to-wall carpeting
- Media storage closet
Exercise Room
- Wall-to-wall carpeting
- Octogonal walls with 5 windows
Recreation Room
- Wall-to-wall carpeting
- Multiple windows and French doors leading to the rear bluestone patio
- Pre-plumbed for a kitchentte
SYSTEMS
- Five heating and cooling systems
- Trane XV90 gas furnaces with humidifiers and air cleaners
- Zone 1: Foyer, Library, Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room
- Zone 2: Kitchen, Office, Laundry Room, Mudroom
- Zone 3: Master Bedroom
- Zone 4: Bedrooms 2, 3, 4 and 5
- Zone 5: Lower Level
- Two Rheem 75 gallon high-efficiency water heaters (Classic Plus Professional Series)
- Precautionary drainage system with sump pumps
- Whole house water softener
- 350 Amp electrical service
- State-of-the-art security system with motion detectors and glass break sensors
- Panasonic phone system
- PetSafe electric dog fence
- Home music system with speakers in:
- Living Room
- Library
- Dining Room
- Kitchen
- Family Room
- Office
- Master Bedroom
- Master Bath
- Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 3
- Bedroom 4
- Bedroom 5
- Lower Level Recreation Room
- Gym
- Eagle windows by Anderson
EXTERIOR
Patio
- Expansive mahogany deck
- Concrete ground level patio
Landscaping
- Lush, mature specimen plantings throughout entire property including perimeter privacy plantings
- Multi-zone irrigation system
- Outdoor landscape lighting system
EXCLUSIONS
- See listing agent
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