42 Crest Dr, Bernardsville, NJ 07924

Sublime Bernardsville Colonial at Tower Mountain Bernardsville's established Tower Mountain neighborhood, one of the area's most popular enclaves, is a sought-after backdrop for a gracious Colonial on 1.24 landscaped acres. This welcoming four bedroom, three full and two half bath residence is located on a cul de sac and features extensive mature plantings, a huge brick terrace, glass-enclosed porch and private rear yard. The leafy setting is just minutes from downtown shops, restaurants, schools, commuter highways and Midtown Direct trains. Beautifully maintained by the present owners, pride of ownership is seen throughout this sophisticated home which offers a new 2020 septic system. Highlights of the welcoming layout include generously-sized rooms, hardwood floors, crown moldings, two fireplaces, recessed lighting, built-ins, a wet bar, skylights, a gourmet kitchen, private master suite and finished space in the daylight lower level. The graceful architecture is enhanced by a landscaped front walkway and traditional front door edged in sidelights and Colonial trim. Introducing the floor plan is a wide foyer featuring a turned staircase, chandelier, hardwood floors and views into some of the main gathering areas. Special occasions are memorable in the dining room fitted with crown and chair rail moldings, wainscoting and two built-in china cabinets. In the spacious, sunlit living room, a white mantled fireplace and crown moldings are elegant details. The living room connects to a bright, airy family room warmed by the glow of a raised hearth brick fireplace edged in wood paneling and custom cabinetry. This vaulted ceiling space has two skylights, an airy ceiling fan and recessed lighting. Chef-worthy appointments in the kitchen include a center island with Dacor gas cooktop, an oversized stainless steel Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, full-sized Sub-Zero wine cooler, Fisher-Paykel dishwasher, double wall ovens, granite countertops and hardwood floors. The adjacent dining area contains a wet bar and sliding French door to the screened-in porch topped by a glass ceiling with two ceiling fans. This indoor-outdoor room overlooks an expansive brick terrace providing serene views of the property. Completing the first floor are formal and informal powder rooms and a mud room with a door to the outside. Upstairs, a soothing master suite lined in crown and chair rail moldings connects to a private master bath. Spacious secondary bedrooms share two more updated baths on this level, which also accesses a walk-up storage attic. Additional living space is found in the partially finished lower level fitted with new Berber-style carpeting. Storage needs are easily met in the attached two-car garage. The desirable Tower Mountain neighborhood enjoys natural views from roomy lots along low-traffic streets. Residents here can often be seen bike riding, walking or jogging along the gently winding streets lined with impressive residences. This updated Colonial is an exceptional offering in the prime Somerset Hills. It is close to Bedwell Elementary School, Bernardsville Middle School and the municipal park with its tennis courts and polo grounds.