160 Highland Avenue - Towne Realty Group
Tranquil Pond Views 160 Highland Avenue Short Hills | New Jersey www.ShortHillsPondViews.com
Designed by renowned architects Albro & Lindeberg Resting on one and one half acres of beautifully landscaped property, this exquisite residence enjoys lovely South Pond views. For over 100 years, this Arts & Crafts all stone Center-Hall colonial has graced this prestigious neighborhood. Commanding attention, anticipation builds as you cross the threshold. The charming entry vestibule with solid wood Dutch door, built-in bench seating and cabinets gives way to an elegant front-to-back entrance hall. Custom wall coverings, architectural detailing, French doors and a broad staircase provide a dramatic introduction to this fine home.
Furniture quality built-ins, deep crown moldings, wide trim and warm wood floors highlight spacious rooms clearly designed for high-style entertaining and casual daily living. Large windows usher in the sunlight and provide pleasant views of this lovely setting. Through a uniquely open and effortless floor plan, each room seems to embrace you as you enter. Bringing a wonderful sense of well being, it becomes clear that your individual tastes and furnishings will fit in nicely.
Made for all seasons and every occasion, this fine home offers the ultimate in both inside and outside living. The designer kitchen is certain to satisfy even the fussiest home cook, while the adjoining breakfast area redefines casual dining. As custom cabinets offer substantial storage space, top of the line stainless steel appliances stand ready to help you create even the most elaborate feast. Beyond the kitchen, the family room is as casual or as elegant as the situation requires. Built-in bench seating line a wall of windows and access to an expansive bluestone patio encourages al fresco dining and entertaining at every opportunity. The backyard is buttressed by tall trees offering privacy, as open lawns welcome active play and gardening.
At the end of a busy day, Restful Retreats await!
Highlights
INTERIOR FEATURES •• Hardwood floors, some pegged, tile and wall-to-wall carpeted floors, recessed lights, neutral colors, crown molding, chair rail •• Entry vestibule with built-in bench and handsome Dutch door •• Spacious front to back entry hall with staircase to upper level, guest closet and French doors to stone patio •• Living room with wood-burning fireplace with marble surround, built-in sound system, open to sun room •• Formal dining room with wood-burning fireplace •• Family room with coffered ceiling, skylight, built-in bookcases, wall of windows with bench seating, original stone on walls with French door walk out to stone patio •• Sun room with tile floor, original wood walls, large windows, built-in sound system and custom lighted floor to ceiling bookcases DESIGNER KITCHEN •• European Country Kitchen with maple cabinetry, stone counters, wood and stainless tops, tile backsplash, stainless steel center island, built-in seating, built-in speakers and gas fireplace •• Stainless steel appliances include a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Thermador double oven and 2 Miele dishwashers & 6 burner Dacor gas cook-top •• Large breakfast area with built-in cabinetry •• Hallway with built-in bar off breakfast area with French door to dining room BEDROOMS & BATHS •• Master bedroom with wall-to-wall carpeting, wood-burning fireplace with brick and stone surround, French doors to balcony, built-in recessed bookcases, dressing area with wall-to-wall carpeting and three closets •• Master bath with tile floor, subway tile walls, subway tile shower stall and marble double vanity •• Three additional spacious bedrooms on the second level. Bedroom two features exposed hardwood, built-ins and an en suite bath with tile floor, wood trim, wainscoting, subway tile shower stall and marble vanity. Bedrooms three and four both feature wall-to-wall carpet and closet storage, bedroom three, could serve as a nursery, with a walk-in closet •• Second level hall bath features a tile floor, subway tile wainscoting, stone vanity and subway tile shower/tub •• Two spacious bedrooms are located on third level featuring exposed hardwood floors and closet storage •• Third level bath with marble tile floor, wainscoting, wood trim, subway tile shower/tub and stone vanity •• Ground level powder room off kitchen with tile floor and pedestal sink ADDITIONAL FEATURES •• Mudroom with double closet off kitchen with access to garage and courtyard •• First level hallway features arched entries and a closet
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Second level hallway features a walk-in closet. Curved wall and archways •• Water-proofed unfinished walk-out basement features a wine cellar, storage and utility room with French drain •• Water softener (owned) •• Security system •• Fire alarm system •• Stereo system •• 2-unit baseboard heating system – cast iron, forced hot air •• Multi-zone central air conditioning system •• Attic fan EXTERIOR FEATURES •• Solid wood entry door •• Covered front entry portico •• Stone & wood exterior •• Terra Cotta tile roof with custom copper gutters & leaders •• Circular gravel driveway with Belgium block •• Detached stone front 2-car garage with opener has studio above •• Additional brick front 2-car garage with opener has potting shed in back •• Large stone patio with covered back entry •• Deep private backyard with extensive gardens and brick wall garden •• View of South Pond from Astible garden •• Level lot •• Professionally landscaped property includes mature trees, shrubbery, specimen plantings and established lawns, partially fenced yard and perennial plantings EXCLUSIONS : •• Vestibule light fixture, stairway hall fixture, kitchen bar fixture, kitchen table fixture, family room chandeliers (2) (luctolears), master bath alabaster light, dining room & master bedroom drapes & hardware, master bedroom sconces, barbecue, Seibert & Rice Italian terra cotta pots LOCATION •• Quiet neighborhood close to downtown shopping, recreation and top rated schools and NYC transportation •• Easy access to major highways, business centers and Newark / Liberty International Airport PROPERTY PARTICULARS •• Built: 1907 (Approx.) / Renovated: 1995 •• Lot Size: 1.53 Acres •• One of only 4 homes designed by Albro & Lindeberg, formerly from the Manhattan firm McKim, Mead & White. •• House has been on numerous garden tours and photos appear in many books and magazines •• Landscape design by Richard Hartlage from Seattle, who also designed Brooklyn Botanic Garden, herb & vegetable garden
Copyright© 2003-2013 VISUAL MARKETING & DESIGN www.VisionNJ.com 973-271-7116. Photos, text and design remain the property of Visual Marketing & Design. Information contained in this brochure is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified by the buyer(s). Towne Realty Group and agents acting on their behalf for the purpose of creating this brochure are not responsible for any typographical errors, misprints or misrepresentations and are therefore held totally harmless. This listing is subject to prior sale, withdrawal and/or price changes without notice.
survey, tax
& location maps
SOUTH POND
160 Highland, Short Hills, NJ - Google Maps
5/3/13 4:03
Address 160 Highland Ave Short Hills, NJ 07078
160 Highland Avenue
Short Hills | New Jersey www.ShortHillsPondViews.com
Karen Bigos
Daniel Cannizzo
Direct: (201) 417-1600 Office: (973) 376-8300 x 222 [email protected]
Direct: (973) 865-4144 Office: (973) 376-8300 x 223 [email protected]
Broker / Sales Associate
Sales Associate
BENCH STONE PATIO
TO GARAGE
CL
FAMILY ROOM 27'-0" x 19'-0"
BI
BI
DINING ROOM
SEAT
17'-0" x 17'-0" HALL
OV REF
12'-0" x 26'-5"
KITCHEN
SUNROOM
LIVING ROOM
11'-8" x 26'-7"
17'-2" x 25'-2"
BREAKFAST AREA 12'-0" x 15'-0"
BI
BI
16'-0" x 15'-0" DW
BENCH
BAR
FIRST FLOOR
CL
BALCONY
CL MASTER BEDROOM
DRESSING AREA
17'-10" x 18'-4"
13'-5" x 5'-0"
CL BI
BEDROOM 27'-0" x 16'-0"
CL
W.I.C 11'-0" x 5'-10" BEDROOM / NURSERY 10'-4" x 14'-0" BEDROOM
BI
CL
15'-9" x 19'-5"
CL CL
CL CL
CL
NEW BATH
SECOND FLOOR NOT TO SCALE - The floor plan is provided for illustration purposes only. Room positions and dimensions are approximate and should be independently measured for accuracy.
The Floor Plan
CL
BI NEW BATH
ACCESS
CRAWL SPACE
BEDROOM 12'-5" x 16'-5"
BEDROOM 17'-7" x 26'-0"
WALK-IN CLOSET CL CL
THIRD FLOOR TO YARD NEW BASEMENT / STORAGE 26'-0" x 17'-4"
WINE CELLAR 11'-0" x 11'-0"
STORAGE 12'-0" x 7'-0"
WATER PROOFED
UTILITY ROOM 46'-7" x 24'-10"
UNFINISHED CRAWL SPACE 41'-0" x 18'-0"
NOT TO SCALE - The floor plan is provided for illustration purposes only. Room positions and dimensions are approximate and should be independently measured for accuracy.
The Floor Plan
BASEMENT
Designed by renowned architects Albro & Lindeberg Resting on one and one half acres of beautifully landscaped property, this exquisite residence enjoys lovely South Pond views. For over 100 years, this Arts & Crafts all stone Center-Hall colonial has graced this prestigious neighborhood. Commanding attention, anticipation builds as you cross the threshold. The charming entry vestibule with solid wood Dutch door, built-in bench seating and cabinets gives way to an elegant front-to-back entrance hall. Custom wall coverings, architectural detailing, French doors and a broad staircase provide a dramatic introduction to this fine home.
Furniture quality built-ins, deep crown moldings, wide trim and warm wood floors highlight spacious rooms clearly designed for high-style entertaining and casual daily living. Large windows usher in the sunlight and provide pleasant views of this lovely setting. Through a uniquely open and effortless floor plan, each room seems to embrace you as you enter. Bringing a wonderful sense of well being, it becomes clear that your individual tastes and furnishings will fit in nicely.
Made for all seasons and every occasion, this fine home offers the ultimate in both inside and outside living. The designer kitchen is certain to satisfy even the fussiest home cook, while the adjoining breakfast area redefines casual dining. As custom cabinets offer substantial storage space, top of the line stainless steel appliances stand ready to help you create even the most elaborate feast. Beyond the kitchen, the family room is as casual or as elegant as the situation requires. Built-in bench seating line a wall of windows and access to an expansive bluestone patio encourages al fresco dining and entertaining at every opportunity. The backyard is buttressed by tall trees offering privacy, as open lawns welcome active play and gardening.
At the end of a busy day, Restful Retreats await!
Highlights
INTERIOR FEATURES •• Hardwood floors, some pegged, tile and wall-to-wall carpeted floors, recessed lights, neutral colors, crown molding, chair rail •• Entry vestibule with built-in bench and handsome Dutch door •• Spacious front to back entry hall with staircase to upper level, guest closet and French doors to stone patio •• Living room with wood-burning fireplace with marble surround, built-in sound system, open to sun room •• Formal dining room with wood-burning fireplace •• Family room with coffered ceiling, skylight, built-in bookcases, wall of windows with bench seating, original stone on walls with French door walk out to stone patio •• Sun room with tile floor, original wood walls, large windows, built-in sound system and custom lighted floor to ceiling bookcases DESIGNER KITCHEN •• European Country Kitchen with maple cabinetry, stone counters, wood and stainless tops, tile backsplash, stainless steel center island, built-in seating, built-in speakers and gas fireplace •• Stainless steel appliances include a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Thermador double oven and 2 Miele dishwashers & 6 burner Dacor gas cook-top •• Large breakfast area with built-in cabinetry •• Hallway with built-in bar off breakfast area with French door to dining room BEDROOMS & BATHS •• Master bedroom with wall-to-wall carpeting, wood-burning fireplace with brick and stone surround, French doors to balcony, built-in recessed bookcases, dressing area with wall-to-wall carpeting and three closets •• Master bath with tile floor, subway tile walls, subway tile shower stall and marble double vanity •• Three additional spacious bedrooms on the second level. Bedroom two features exposed hardwood, built-ins and an en suite bath with tile floor, wood trim, wainscoting, subway tile shower stall and marble vanity. Bedrooms three and four both feature wall-to-wall carpet and closet storage, bedroom three, could serve as a nursery, with a walk-in closet •• Second level hall bath features a tile floor, subway tile wainscoting, stone vanity and subway tile shower/tub •• Two spacious bedrooms are located on third level featuring exposed hardwood floors and closet storage •• Third level bath with marble tile floor, wainscoting, wood trim, subway tile shower/tub and stone vanity •• Ground level powder room off kitchen with tile floor and pedestal sink ADDITIONAL FEATURES •• Mudroom with double closet off kitchen with access to garage and courtyard •• First level hallway features arched entries and a closet
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Second level hallway features a walk-in closet. Curved wall and archways •• Water-proofed unfinished walk-out basement features a wine cellar, storage and utility room with French drain •• Water softener (owned) •• Security system •• Fire alarm system •• Stereo system •• 2-unit baseboard heating system – cast iron, forced hot air •• Multi-zone central air conditioning system •• Attic fan EXTERIOR FEATURES •• Solid wood entry door •• Covered front entry portico •• Stone & wood exterior •• Terra Cotta tile roof with custom copper gutters & leaders •• Circular gravel driveway with Belgium block •• Detached stone front 2-car garage with opener has studio above •• Additional brick front 2-car garage with opener has potting shed in back •• Large stone patio with covered back entry •• Deep private backyard with extensive gardens and brick wall garden •• View of South Pond from Astible garden •• Level lot •• Professionally landscaped property includes mature trees, shrubbery, specimen plantings and established lawns, partially fenced yard and perennial plantings EXCLUSIONS : •• Vestibule light fixture, stairway hall fixture, kitchen bar fixture, kitchen table fixture, family room chandeliers (2) (luctolears), master bath alabaster light, dining room & master bedroom drapes & hardware, master bedroom sconces, barbecue, Seibert & Rice Italian terra cotta pots LOCATION •• Quiet neighborhood close to downtown shopping, recreation and top rated schools and NYC transportation •• Easy access to major highways, business centers and Newark / Liberty International Airport PROPERTY PARTICULARS •• Built: 1907 (Approx.) / Renovated: 1995 •• Lot Size: 1.53 Acres •• One of only 4 homes designed by Albro & Lindeberg, formerly from the Manhattan firm McKim, Mead & White. •• House has been on numerous garden tours and photos appear in many books and magazines •• Landscape design by Richard Hartlage from Seattle, who also designed Brooklyn Botanic Garden, herb & vegetable garden
Copyright© 2003-2013 VISUAL MARKETING & DESIGN www.VisionNJ.com 973-271-7116. Photos, text and design remain the property of Visual Marketing & Design. Information contained in this brochure is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified by the buyer(s). Towne Realty Group and agents acting on their behalf for the purpose of creating this brochure are not responsible for any typographical errors, misprints or misrepresentations and are therefore held totally harmless. This listing is subject to prior sale, withdrawal and/or price changes without notice.
survey, tax
& location maps
SOUTH POND
160 Highland, Short Hills, NJ - Google Maps
5/3/13 4:03
Address 160 Highland Ave Short Hills, NJ 07078
160 Highland Avenue
Short Hills | New Jersey www.ShortHillsPondViews.com
Karen Bigos
Daniel Cannizzo
Direct: (201) 417-1600 Office: (973) 376-8300 x 222 [email protected]
Direct: (973) 865-4144 Office: (973) 376-8300 x 223 [email protected]
Broker / Sales Associate
Sales Associate
BENCH STONE PATIO
TO GARAGE
CL
FAMILY ROOM 27'-0" x 19'-0"
BI
BI
DINING ROOM
SEAT
17'-0" x 17'-0" HALL
OV REF
12'-0" x 26'-5"
KITCHEN
SUNROOM
LIVING ROOM
11'-8" x 26'-7"
17'-2" x 25'-2"
BREAKFAST AREA 12'-0" x 15'-0"
BI
BI
16'-0" x 15'-0" DW
BENCH
BAR
FIRST FLOOR
CL
BALCONY
CL MASTER BEDROOM
DRESSING AREA
17'-10" x 18'-4"
13'-5" x 5'-0"
CL BI
BEDROOM 27'-0" x 16'-0"
CL
W.I.C 11'-0" x 5'-10" BEDROOM / NURSERY 10'-4" x 14'-0" BEDROOM
BI
CL
15'-9" x 19'-5"
CL CL
CL CL
CL
NEW BATH
SECOND FLOOR NOT TO SCALE - The floor plan is provided for illustration purposes only. Room positions and dimensions are approximate and should be independently measured for accuracy.
The Floor Plan
CL
BI NEW BATH
ACCESS
CRAWL SPACE
BEDROOM 12'-5" x 16'-5"
BEDROOM 17'-7" x 26'-0"
WALK-IN CLOSET CL CL
THIRD FLOOR TO YARD NEW BASEMENT / STORAGE 26'-0" x 17'-4"
WINE CELLAR 11'-0" x 11'-0"
STORAGE 12'-0" x 7'-0"
WATER PROOFED
UTILITY ROOM 46'-7" x 24'-10"
UNFINISHED CRAWL SPACE 41'-0" x 18'-0"
NOT TO SCALE - The floor plan is provided for illustration purposes only. Room positions and dimensions are approximate and should be independently measured for accuracy.
The Floor Plan
BASEMENT
