CIRCA 1735, one of the few, solid Colonial Jersey-fieldstone homesteads located in Western New Jersey situated on 20+ acres; lovingly maintained! EASY commute to Wilmington, Philadelphia and Cherry Hill. Welcome to the Jacob Freas House, one of New Jersey's historic treasures! Some of the history has been started however there is still more to be done. Turn into the private tree lined drive complete with split rail fencing. Pride of ownership is evident and current owner did a remarkable job in preserving the historic attributes while updating for todays' lifestyle. Home offers most of the original craftsmanship including the hand hued, wide planked, pine floorboards, woodwork, moldings, 10" window sills and doors complete with hammered iron latches. Oversized living/great room with a walk-in hearth. Formal dining room with a second walk-in hearth and exposed beams. Kitchen, 2nd full bath and mudroom were mindfully added in 1979 blending into the home perfectly. Architect's design kept the fieldstone wall exposed as a focal point in the kitchen in addition to exposed beams, reclaimed barn wood custom cabinets, extra deep soapstone sink, gas Vulcan Stove, 4 windows and an additional service sink. Off the mudroom is a 2 level, shaded brick patio to take in the vistas. The three upstairs bedrooms are independent from each other and have their own stairs. Main bedroom up living room stairs features fireplace, dressing area, laundry room and bath. The third level (attic) offers bedroom 2 with great view and plenty of sunlight. The third bedroom is on the second level off dining room stairs. Fenced in rear yard with in-ground swimming pool; pond and English garden. Massive barn with 3 stalls, electric, workshop, water and run-in shed. Land is farm assessed and currently grows hay. Home offers 17 KW back up generator wired to whole house. Subdivision possible. Buyer responsible for any/all rollback taxes and outbuildings are offered in as-is condition. Highly regarded schools!
Single-familyProperty Type
1635Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$196Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Nancy Casey• BHHS Fox & Roach-Mullica Hill South
•856-343-6000 (broker)
Bought with Sophie P. Dubiel• Lenny Vermaat & Leonard Inc. Realtors Inc