186 Merrick Rd, Farmingdale, NJ 07727

Are you longing for that special home? A home with character, rustic charm and architectural detail, but with all the sought-after upgrades and modern conveniences to fit your lifestyle? A farmhouse chic home that feels as if you've stepped into a Chip and Joanna Gaines creation on Fixer Upper? All while being close to major commuting routes, shopping, top schools and only minutes to the beach? If you answer yes, then look no further! Welcome to 186 Merrick Rd in the Farmingdale section of Howell NJ. Surrounded by 68 acres of preserved farm lands, sits this one of a kind, custom-built, post and beam home. With beautiful landscaping, mature trees and colorful flowerbeds, you'll feel as if you've escaped the hustle and bustle of New Jersey and are on vacation in the country. As you approach the home, you'll notice your huge, heated, three-car garage with loft. Perfect for the car enthusiast, craftsman or for additional living space. As you step onto the front porch you'll envision spending your summer nights on your rocking chair sipping iced tea. Once inside you'll appreciate the thoughtfully designed, open concept living with architectural features such as wide planked flooring, wood fireplace with stone surround and reclaimed wood beam mantel, and exposed beam ceiling. You'll love the feel of your country kitchen with farm sink, custom built cabinetry, open shelving and built-in hutch. As you make your way upstairs, you'll notice the loft area that can double as an office, library or the perfect place for the kids to do their homework. Across from the loft are the large guest bedrooms with generous closets and an updated guest bathroom. The expansive master bedroom has double closets and updated en-suite bathroom with travertine and stone tilework. As you head back downstairs, you'll walk through your fully heated and air-conditioned sunroom, the perfect place to relax with a glass of wine and a good book. The sunroom opens up to the backyard of your dreams, with stamped concrete patio, salt water pool and natural gas grill. You'll have abundant outdoor storage space with your built-in storage benches, potting shed and tractor shed. Lastly, you'll feel safe knowing that your generator will power your entire home during the next super storm and that you won't have to worry about intruders with your security system. Let's not forget the low electric bills with your totally paid for, not leased, solar panel system. This special home has all the above and so much more to offer. Come see for yourself, you won't be disappointed!