10 Acres in Hardwick, NJ - $780,000

Located in Hardwick, New Jersey, about one hour west of New York City, 12 Old Orchard Road is a 19th-century Colonial farmhouse sweetly secluded on 10 acres of bucolic farmland. Fully renovated, this three-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offers the best of both historic architecture and contemporary comfort not to mention gorgeous details throughout. The welcoming wooden front porch opens immediately into the classic Colonial floor plan with the living and dining on either side of the foyer and the grand staircase straight ahead. The new hardwood floors throughout were locally sourced and the main floor features period perfect millwork in the moldings, chair rails, and casings. Light-filled and spacious, each room is a breath of fresh air and offers only rolling green hills in sight in every direction. Long and wide, the living room can accommodate any configuration of furniture for any use. The dining room is defined by a simple beadboard wainscot and also offers plenty of room for eating and entertaining as well as the convenience of being located immediately off the kitchen. The kitchen is a cook's dream with wraparound granite countertops and custom white wood cabinets plus a large island for additional counter space and an elevated breakfast bar that can easily seat four. Accented by a pressed tin backsplash and outfitted with a farmer's sink plus commercial grade stainless steel appliances, it is essentially the quaint farmhouse kitchen of the future. Also on the main floor is one half bath and a mud room as well as the home's centerpiece? The original fireplace circa 1806. Framed in red brick, an ornate wood mantle, and a stone hearth, it is a stunning historical detail that was also converted to gas for clean and easy use. Upstairs are two bedrooms, ample closets, and a full bathroom plus the master suite. The master bathroom is a massive walk-in with a dual vanity, separate commode, and charming soaking tub with antique brass fixtures. The master suite also includes a walk-in closet and an additional room perfect for a study or nursery.. The home also features dual zone central heat and air, a finished basement, and a separate garage. The farm has agricultural designation and you also get 800 feet of water ownership of the Paulins Kill River, a tributary of the Delaware. Perfectly positioned as either a country retreat or full-time residence with New Jersey's pristine farmland as a backdrop. Easy commute to NYC via NJ Transit train direct, coming in 2019