Colonial, French

This Pennock Woods Estate is a triumph of the 21st Century, modeled after the French Manor Homes of the 15th and 16th centuries. Beautifully situated on a corner lot, the symmetry of the classical facade has a commanding presence at the intersection of Stocton and Herkness Roads. This home offers impeccable architectural design and extensive detailed millwork throughout. The foyer opens to the Living and Dining rooms, looking forward is the magnificent grand staircase hall. There is a gallery that runs the axis of the main floor that adds to the effortless flow for entertaining on grand or intimate occasions. A sitting room/office and a library with handsome built-in bookcases on the east wing that have multiple sets of French Doors that access the rear terrace. The second floor gallery overlooks the 2 story family room with fireplace,oak bookcases and built in bar. The mammoth kitchen is wonderful for caterers or the home chef - classic white cabinets with 2 islands and granite counters, appliances include built in refrigerator, 2 dishwashers, Viking 6 burner cooktop, double ovens and warming drawer. The Kitchen has a light filled breakfast area with access to the terrace through French doors. The mudroom off the kitchen leads to the 3 car garage with radiant heated floors the laundry room, powder room and the In-law/Au pair suite accessed by separate staircase. The in-law suite is a home unto itself with a full kitchen, full bath, eating area, sleeping area and living space. The 2nd floor features an enormous master suite, containing a lovely dressing room with 2 walk-in closets, a luxurious en-suite marble bath and a sun drenched bedroom with fireplace and sitting area. There are 3 more bedroom suites each with its own bath and walk-in closets. The master bedroom and staircase hall access the 2nd floor balcony that overlooks the beautifully maintained landscape. The finished Basement with almost 2000 sq feet of space includes a bar, kitchen, full bath as well as a pool table area, movie viewing area and room for a dance floor. The impeccable mechanicals offer the comfort of 7 zones of radiant floor heating as well as 6 zones for the central air conditioning. This is truly one of the most elegant newer homes being offered in Meadowbrook's most prestigious neighborhood.