A classic brick-front English Normandy-style home
A classic brick-front English Normandy-style home in Randolph Township is set on 1.91 acres overlooking a natural lake in sought-after Mendham Lake Estates. Enhancing the magical setting is an attached, unfinished two-story carriage house with a four-car garage. The main residence's unique floor plan offers six ensuite bedrooms and takes in magnificent views of the lake and serene landscaping. An impressive two-story entry featuring a dramatic staircase, chandelier and marble flooring opens to a freshly painted great room/living room. This gathering space has light hardwood floors, a see-through gas fireplace with marble surrounds, cathedral ceilings and extraordinary views from three sets of French doors to the deck and in-ground pool. This part of the home also offers a walk-in coat closet, powder room and handsomely renovated library with custom wood built-ins and shelving, ideal for a home office.A hardwood-floored hallway leading from the foyer reveals a French door entry to the formal dining room overlooking verdant views of the front property. The cozy family room with wall-to-wall carpeting, a front-facing window wall and recessed lighting is nearby, as is the bright kitchen with tile flooring, white cabinetry, a built-in desk and shelving area. The kitchen also has stunning views of the lake, recessed lights, a center island, Corian counters, two wall ovens, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, gas cooktop, dining area and French door to a balcony. Nearby, an au pair or guest room connects to a private bath. A hall leads past the laundry room which provides a washer, dryer, built-in cabinetry, sink and built-in ironing board. Further down is access to the two-car garage, unfinished carriage house and spiral staircase down to a second garage. Another hardwood-floored hallway leads to the first-floor primary suite which provides two walk-in closets, a sitting room with gas fireplace and door to a balcony and deck. A spacious primary bath has custom tile work, two sink vanities, a glass door shower, jetted tub and private water closet. The carpeted second level features a freshly-painted hallway accessing four bedroom suites, 2 with sitting rooms and each room with a large walk-in closet and door to a shared full bath. There are two double linen closets on this roomy level as well as a leisure area. The partially finished, walkout basement offers exercise, office and sitting areas, plus a full bath. An expansive basement storage area contains utilities including two HVAC units new in 2023 and 2024, and a French door to the backyard.Perennial gardens and mature trees surround the scenic property, and an adjacent common pathway leads to the pristine lake. The carriage house offers opportunities for future finishing with two levels of living space. Six garage spaces include two adjoining the main house and four in tandem below the carriage house. Public water and seven-bedroom septic serve the home.Mendham Lake Estates is a desirable cul de sac neighborhood with a private 14-acre lake in Morris County's Randolph. The semi-rural township has a highly-rated school system, four seasons of activities and easy access to major commuting highways. Morristown is just minutes away for fine dining, shopping, cultural opportunities and Midtown Direct train service to New York City. Newark Liberty International Airport is about an hour away.