152 Chippewa Trl, Medford Lakes, NJ 08055

Homes like this only come around once in a lifetime! Built in 1927 for a wealthy Philadelphian to summer in, this grand lakefront log cabin was one of the first seven log cabins built in the Playground-In-The-Pines. Now it can be yours! You will want to make this lakefront log cabin your year round vacation home! With 150 feet of water frontage on Lower Aetna, you will have the best seats for Canoe Carnival. A covered dock on the water, slate patios leading to the lake, upper level roofed veranda, no matter where you sit - great views! Privately landscaped on Chippewa Trail with beautiful natural gardens, Koi pond, Japanese garden, slate walkways and quiet areas of contemplation. A paved driveway and 3 car side turned garage that leads right into the main level. The formal front entry opens to a spacious foyer and French doors to the lodge room. Lodge room with vaulted 2 story ceilings, floor to ceiling stone wood burning fireplace, brass chandelier, skylights, log loft, wood floors and door to the veranda. Spacious family and dining rooms with custom built in cabinetry and water views. Kitchen and breakfast room is super spacious with all the appliances included. Log stairs lead to the upper level with 2 bedrooms and a full bath. The main floor bedroom wing has 2 bedrooms and a full bath and could be an in-law suite if needed. Finished lower level walks out to covered patios and lake. Game room on lower level with stone walls, slate floors, full wall stone fireplace with woodstove, bar with gorgeous custom bar back and door to lake. Lower level also houses laundry room with washer, dryer, sink, laundry chute and storage. Exercise room, storage room with door to patio, work shop, full bath with door to lake - perfect after a dip in the water. The piece de resistance - a full length covered veranda off of the main living level overlooking the lake with a double staircase leading to the lake patios with full stone arch opening to lower level. Just picture perfect! A true log home with newer roof, hardwood flooring, knotty pine paneling, custom built-ins throughout, soaring ceilings, beamed ceilings, spectacular water views, dock with built in seating, fenced in storage yard, fenced front yard, original fish pond on side of home, lake shower, separate bedroom areas, 2 grand stone fireplaces, big rooms, lots of storage. Swim, fish and canoe in your own backyard! Be in for Canoe Carnival. (Must have pre-qual letter or proof of funds before viewing.)