14 New St, Mendham, NJ 07945

Complete info: http://14newstreet.ePropertySites.com - Built in the mid 1800s this Greek Revival home was designed by then well known architect Aaron Hudson, who also built many homes in the area. Local legend has it that this residence was once the coachman's quarters for the Black horse Inn, thus explaining the less formal interior. FIRST FLOOR Original architectural features abound and include hand hewn beams in the dining room along with wide pumpkin pine floors in most of the house. A window seat-ledge runs around the perimeter of the rooms. Notice the wide plank oak flooring in the family room - very unusual. A wood burning stove heats the space nicely. The kitchen is steps away. and has been adapted for today's lifestyle without sacrificing an authentic appearance. Stainless steel appliances, wood floor and stone wall blend seamlessly. A spacious side entry mud room catches all the overflow of daily life and provides extra storage. Every old house needs a cozy den, and this one is located a couple of steps from the family room. Newer custom built-in cabinetry unifies the space - perfect for TV or reading. SECOND FLOOR Enter the large foyer from the grand exterior staircase and step into a living room through a pair of pocket doors. A decorative fireplace insert and mantel accent the space. Of particular note are the wide floor boards and grand windows. A pair of glass paned doors lead into the Master Suite consisting of bedroom, study and bathroom. THIRD FLOOR At the top of the staircase is a landing that wraps around the area and can accommodate furniture. A skylight brightens the space, and there's even a built-in ladder to access the roof. Three bedrooms and a bath are located here, each having a sloping ceiling punctuated with eyebrow windows. The bath features a claw foot tub and hand shower, pine floor and eave storage area. BASEMENT A small basement is accessed off the kitchen. A new boiler was installed in 2009. PROPERTY AND GROUNDS A picturesque setting, private and inviting, complete with picket fencing on both sides of the house, perennial gardens, magnificent mature trees and storage outbuilding. New Street is only one block from the hustle and bustle of town, yet off the beaten path, an easy walk to restaurants, shops and elementary school.