571 PRETTY BROOK ROAD, Princeton, NJ 08540

$3,950,000 Asking Price

5 beds
8 baths
Built in 2011

Winding up the driveway with flowering branches reaching across a babbling stream below, it’s easy to mistake the Max Hayden-designed home coming into view for a rambling 18th century farmhouse. With a wraparound mahogany porch and a big bluestone patio rimmed with boxwoods, it may even conjure notions of a boutique country inn. The house, in fact, was custom built in 2011 and is perfectly suited for the casualness of everyday modern life with plentiful space for even the largest household. A multi-room suite atop the back staircase, a finished walk-out basement and an office with its own entrance and porch are just the types of amenities that cater to today’s needs. Hardwood floors, traditional molding and a bevy of beautiful divided-light windows bestow the whole interior with timeless elegance and ample natural light. The family room is especially inviting thanks to French doors and an uninterrupted openness shared with the kitchen. Island seating, a wide breakfast bay and pro-sized appliances mean there is room for everyone, whether they are eating or helping. Many spaces, like the formal dining room featuring custom millwork and a handsome fireplace, were just painted in soft, contemporary colors. The private spaces upstairs are thoughtfully laid out to give extra privacy to the expansive main suite with a lavish bath and spa shower included. No bedroom is lacking in space, style or storage, and an au pair or extended stay guests will especially love the adaptability and quietude of the rear suite. Don’t miss the dormered top floor, which, with its own full bath, is a charming spot for a bunk room, or the refreshed home gym tucked past the walkout basement recreation and media areas, all served by a full bath. Additional features include a security system, an irrigation system covering the entire lawn and all plantings as well as a Sonos surround system in the family room, kitchen, patio, and basement. With a scenic locale, convenience to town and schools and enduring traditional beauty, this Princeton property is in a class of its own. Only 3 miles to Nassau Street with Princeton University just beyond…come see!

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Central Vacuum,Crown Moldings,Family Room Off Kitchen,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Island,Pantry,Primary Bath(s),Recessed Lighting,Walk-in Closet(s)
Rooms:
Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Sitting Room,Kitchen,Family Room,Library,Breakfast Room,Bedroom 1,Exercise Room,Mud Room,Office,Recreation Room,Storage Room,Bonus Room,Primary Bathroom
Appliances:
Built-In Microwave,Built-In Range,Dishwasher,Oven - Wall,Oven/Range - Gas,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Six Burner Stove
Laundry:
Upper Floor
Basement:
Full,Partially Finished,Walkout Level
A/C:
Central A/C,Zoned
Heating:
Y, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Fireplace, Fireplaces: 5
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Colonial

Construction

Windows:
Bay/Bow,Casement
General:
HardiPlank Type,Stone, 3, Block,Concrete Perimeter

Location

Originating MLS:
BRIGHT_MAIN
School District:
PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS
County:
MERCER

Lot

Zoning:
R1, 14-03304-00005 01
Current Use:
0

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN
Exclusions:
TBD

This listing courtesy of:
Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton, Judson R. Henderson

About Princeton, NJ

Housing

Number of Units
21,578
Median Home Value
$673,317
Median Rent
$1,665

39.26% of housing units are renter occupied.

7.79% are vacant.

Commute

Car
32.86%
Public Transportation
6.54%
Walk to Work
8.03%
Work from Home
51.16%
Other
0.49%

The median travel time to work is 16 minutes.

People

Population
57,453
Median Age
38.90
Median Household Size
2.85

Education

High School
6.69%
Associate’s Degree
3.07%
Bachelor’s Degree
31.64%
Graduate Degree
49.48%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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