Exquisite Colonial Revival Estate on 43 Acres
Exquisitely-Detailed Colonial Revival Estate on 43 Acres in BedminsterSet on 43 open, rolling acres in Bedminster Hunt Country, an exceptional gated Colonial Revival estate with equestrian facilities is set along one of the township's most desirable lanes. Featured in NJ Design magazine, the sophisticated interiors create a relaxed ambiance characterized by rich colors and remarkable millwork. The expansive seven-bedroom, eight full bath and two half-bath main residence is enriched by a three-stall horse barn featuring an attached three-car garage with a two-bedroom apartment above and an adjacent bonus room with kitchenette and full bath. Outside the main house, a generous patio and dual-covered side porches overlook sublime views of the acreage, while a pool tucked beyond a charming arbor and white picket fencing is lushly landscaped. Set far back from the road at the end of the long drive, this gracious property provides absolute privacy.Classic design elements within the layout include seven intricately mantled fireplaces, oak wood floors, arched doorways, traditional moldings and woodwork, stunning architectural details, unique built-ins, custom-painted rooms, exposed ceiling beams, two wet bars, a rear staircase and covered porte-cochre access to the home's three-car garage. Hiland Hall Turner Architects oriented the residence on the acreage to take advantage of morning sunlight in the front rooms and colorful sunsets in rear-facing spaces.A grandly styled layout invites epic entertaining as well as quiet times inspired by natural beauty viewed from numerous glass doors and oversized windows. A vestibule entry leads to the front-to-back foyer fitted with painted oak floors, a curving staircase and sightlines into some of the principal rooms. These include a formal living room anchored by an ornately mantled fireplace, a wood-paneled library featuring a fireplace and a connecting mahogany wet bar, and a dining room designed with built-in china cabinets, a fireplace, windowed seating niche and hand-painted wallpaper. An expansive fireside game room is finished in artful trim throughout. Nearby is a home office and formal powder room.The epicurean kitchen presents a center island with a prep sink, Franke farmhouse sink, custom cabinetry and a sun-splashed dining area with a domed ceiling featuring a hand-painted cloud mural. A collection of high-end appliances includes a Viking range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher and wine refrigerator. Adjacent to the kitchen is a secondary office space and a butler?s pantry. The floor plan continues into a great room set under towering vaulted ceilings accented by reclaimed wood beams. Natural light spills into this space from fixed upper windows and French doors to the porch, while a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace is a handsome focal point. This part of the home is completed by a mud room with storage options, informal powder room, staircase to the finished lower level, secondary stairs to the bedroom level, and access to the porte-cochre and garage.Upstairs, a captivating window seat in the landing overlooks tranquil grounds. A primary suite begins in the vaulted ceiling bedroom featuring a fireplace, sitting area, built-ins and access to the extra-large primary balcony. An oversized dressing room with wardrobe organizers and two walk-in closets provide ample storage. The spa-like primary bath has a heated floor and includes a jetted soaking tub, separate water closet with a toilet and bidet, an oversized shower and double vanity. Four additional en suite bedrooms each connect to a full, private bath, and a laundry room is a smart addition. Over the garage, a finished guest area contains a kitchenette, large bedroom, full bath and amazing countryside views.The third level was renovated in 2020 and offers a bedroom, full bath, sitting area and roomy cedar closet. The walkout lower level is accessible by stairs in both the entrance foyer and mud room area. Of special note is the Tuscany-inspired wine cellar which is temperature-controlled and provides storage for over 1,500 bottles. The beamed-ceiling tasting room has a gas fireplace, terra cotta floors and a wrought iron chandelier. This level also has a home theater/media room with a wet bar, refrigerator and popcorn machine; a huge playroom; a home gym with glass doors to the yard; a full bath; infrared sauna and mechanical systems including a whole-house generator.A detached three-car garage is designed with an adjacent horse barn offering three beautifully finished stalls, a kitchen, bath, storage room and access to a turn-out field. The barn's second level has a two-bedroom apartment and a separate bonus room, ideal for guests or staff. Originally built in 2000 and thoughtfully updated through the years, this architecturally-nuanced residence is finished in whitewashed brick, gray clapboard and a cedar shake roof. Its Bedminster location in Somerset County is celebrated for open green spaces, winding country roads and legendary estates, yet is only about an hour from Manhattan and approximately 45 minutes from Newark Liberty International Airport.