1393 Millstone River Rd, Hillsborough, NJ 08844

Spectacular 4/5 bedroom, 3 bath multi-use property is located in historic Millstone Borough, formerly Somerset Courthouse, on the Millstone River Scenic Byways trail, which over the years has been an important corridor for both economic and military activity and key to New Jersey’s Revolutionary history. This historic property is located on Main Street which is positioned along the historic Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route and is known for its wide range of historic homes of architectural interest. It is just steps away from the Delaware Raritan bike and walking trail clear to Princeton. This property was the original home to the Millstone Post Office, the heartbeat of Somerset Courthouse in its first hundred years, and still contains the original postal counter. It sits adjacent to where the Somerset Courthouse once stood prior to being burned down by the British. The home is listed in the National Register of Historic Places as is the entire village of Millstone (Somerset Courthouse). The home has been brought up to today's standards without losing the charm of the time period in which it was originated. All rooms have been renovated including a newly remodeled 3-room master suite with a bedroom, 10x17 walk-in closet, plus a 9x11 full bath with tub. Historic features still present in the home include the original slate fireplace with a replicated hearth of 18th century brick from the Van Buren House located next door, many walls are original plaster, original brick 18th century Dutch style arched chimney in the attic, original Dutch door, many original panel doors with hand forged locks and hardware. A new “colonial inspired” fireplace mantel designed by Millstone River Fine Craftsmen, 10 foot ceilings, great woodwork, lots of light from the tall windows add to this home's character. Other updates include a new boiler with a 10 year warranty and new radiator lines in 2017, two new radiators added in 2016, existing radiators have been recently bled, flushed, and checked, and the once dirt floor basement was converted to a walk-out with new cement floors. Use your imagination for a business with the storefront or turn it into the ultimate family room or in-law suite. This home was one of four properties selected to be elevated within their current footprints, as part of FEMA’s Environmental Assessment of Millstone Residential Structure Relocation and Elevations. The elevation was completed in 2016 and provided an additional 140 square feet of living space, including a heated sunroom. It also eliminated the need for flood insurance for the living spaces. There is an authentic historic feeling throughout the property without being fussy or overdone. Do not miss this one!