24 Douglass Ave
Bernardsville Boro, NJ 07924

Custom-built in 1968, this archetypical Midcentury home retains many vintage design details which lend authentic charm to its expansive floor plan. Tucked away on 9.5 tranquil acres with a picturesque stream traversing it, this peaceful setting is minutes from Bernardsville's shops, eateries, schools, golf courses and New York train service. Within an approximate 4,178 square-foot layout are four bedrooms, five full baths and a two powder rooms. Storage needs are easily met in the three-car garage and basement, while a windowed attic offers potential for additional future living space. Interior highlights include hardwood floors, oversized windows framing country views, three fireplaces, neutral paint colors, two wet bars, an expansive eat-in kitchen and first-floor primary suite. Set far back from the road, a long driveway, lined in an allee of cherry trees, reveals the home's clean architectural lines enhanced by French-style wrought-iron columns on the front porch.The main door, edged by sidelights, introduces the graceful entry. The foyer opens to the step-down living room with fireplace and the bay-windowed dining room. The family room with raised-hearth brick fireplace, beamed ceiling, wet bar and hardwood floors creates a welcoming gathering space. Completing the first floor are an office, laundry room and powder room. On the second floor are three more bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The w/o lower level offers a rec room with FP, Powder Room and storage space.