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Princeton,NJ 08540
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Under Contract
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 4,078 sqft
Price per Sqft $429
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID NJME2044358
Style Transitional
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 2
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 4,078
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1966
Annual Tax Amount $34,854
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 3.600 Acres
Acres 3.6
Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00
Property Description
Introducing an exquisite blend of luxury and elegance at 131 Brookstone Drive—a home where thoughtful renovation and expansion meets exceptional design. Meticulously crafted under the guidance of architect Andrew Sheldon, this remarkable residence enjoys an additional 2,000 square feet of living space, including an 800-square-foot addition to the kitchen. Step through the custom-built mahogany front door into a home where every detail has been masterfully curated. The foyer, with its barrel ceiling adorned with an airbrushed mural by a Russian-trained artist, welcomes you with a sky motif and recessed lighting, creating an ethereal ambiance. The living room is adorned with a tray ceiling with recessed lighting and green ‘jade’ airbrushed columns, adding a touch of sophistication. Opening to the dining room, these rooms provide an expansive area for entertaining a crowd as easily as an intimate gathering. The family room, centered around a cozy gas fireplace, invites relaxation, while the study features a wall-to-wall custom-built maple bookcase, offering an ideal space for work from home days. The kitchen is a chef's paradise, featuring an abundance of Quaker Maid solid maple wood cabinets with under-cabinet lighting and a large center island, complete with a prep sink and seating, creating the perfect gathering spot while cooking and entertaining. A large bow window overlooks the backyard, offering breathtaking views of the majestic treeline with its seasonally changing vistas. Equipped with a 48” Thermador Professional cooktop with a wok burner, exterior vent range hood, dual Miele dishwashers, a Subzero refrigerator, a JennAir double oven, and two large Blanco sinks, this kitchen is both beautiful and highly functional. The adjacent breakfast area is a sunny spot for mealtime under the glow of a skylight, with double sliding glass doors providing views of the tennis court and pool. These doors also offer access to the deck, making al fresco dining a summertime staple. The primary bedroom suite on the main level is a sanctuary, complete with two walk-in closets, a luxurious bathroom featuring dual Grohe shower heads, jet spray heads for a massage experience, a Thermasol PRO Series III steam shower generator, a Jacuzzi, and a separate bidet and toilet area, all under a skylight. Two additional bedrooms with walk-in closets share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom with separate sink areas. A curving staircase, illuminated by a skylight and designed to mimic the shape of a grand piano, leads to the lower level, where a bedroom and full bath provide multi-generational living options or a gracious guest or au pair suite. This level also features a two-sump pump system, and an additional sump pump in the crawl space, ensuring peace of mind.The backyard is a true oasis, offering endless possibilities for entertaining. Host sophisticated evening cocktail parties, weekend barbecues, or après-tennis gatherings around the heated saltwater pool with a waterfall, or on the lighted professional-grade tennis court designed by Sheldon Westervelt, who has also designed courts for the US Open, the White House and Monica Seles. The tiered paver patio, deck, raised bed garden, and pergola provide the perfect settings for outdoor enjoyment. The expanse of surrounding trees ensures privacy, enveloping the yard in greenery. Additional amenities include whole-house central vac, a Tesla Level 2 Home Charging Station in the garage, a Generac 20k gas backup generator, and a whole-house water filtration system with UV and carbon filters. Recent updates include the replacement of all four skylights in 2022. Wonderfully located just minutes from downtown Princeton and the University, wonderful private schools and highly rated public schools, this home offers the ideal backdrop for an extraordinary lifestyle
Location
State NJ
County Mercer
Area Princeton (21114)
Zoning R1
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Kitchen,Family Room,Foyer,Breakfast Room,Exercise Room,Laundry,Mud Room,Office,Recreation Room,Storage Room,Bathroom 2,Bathroom 3,Primary Bathroom,Half Bath
Main Level Bedrooms 3
Interior
Interior Features Built-Ins,Breakfast Area,Curved Staircase,Dining Area,Entry Level Bedroom,Family Room Off Kitchen,Floor Plan - Open,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Country,Kitchen - Eat-In,Kitchen - Gourmet,Kitchen - Island,Pantry,Recessed Lighting,Skylight(s),Bathroom - Soaking Tub,Bathroom - Stall Shower,Upgraded Countertops,Walk-in Closet(s),WhirlPool/HotTub,Wood Floors
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Central,Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Fireplace - Glass Doors,Gas/Propane,Mantel(s)
Equipment Built-In Range,Built-In Microwave,Commercial Range,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Dryer,Exhaust Fan,Oven - Double,Oven - Wall,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer
Fireplace Y
Window Features Bay/Bow,Double Pane,Skylights
Appliance Built-In Range,Built-In Microwave,Commercial Range,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Dryer,Exhaust Fan,Oven - Double,Oven - Wall,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Garage Built In,Garage - Side Entry,Garage Door Opener,Inside Access,Oversized
Garage Spaces 3.0
Pool Heated,In Ground,Saltwater
Waterfront N
Water Access N
View Garden/Lawn,Panoramic,Trees/Woods
Accessibility None
Parking Type Attached Garage
Attached Garage 3
Total Parking Spaces 3
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Backs to Trees,Front Yard,Landscaping,Premium,Private,Rear Yard,Poolside
Story 1.5
Foundation Block
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Transitional
Level or Stories 1.5
Additional Building Above Grade,Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
High Schools Princeton H.S.
School District Princeton Regional Schools
Others
Pets Allowed Y
Senior Community No
Tax ID 14-06402-00007
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Security Features Security System
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional
Horse Property N
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional
Financing Cash,Conventional
Special Listing Condition Standard
Pets Description Cats OK,Dogs OK