Description
Built in 1772 by a dutch farmer, "the bouwerie" is one of princeton's most iconic properties. as a homestead during george washington's occupation of princeton, it was renovated in 1991 with meticulous attention to the preservation of its original details: hand-hewn beams, pine flooring, a walk-in beehive fireplace, stone steps leading to a study and half bath that once housed horses, and a wood-burning fireplace surrounded by period delft tiles. reclaimed white-pine and heart-pine flooring, as well as interior and exterior beaded and dentil moldings were employed throughout the new addition to complement the authentic 1700's detailing. entering through the front door of the home's new addition, one's eye is immediately drawn up to a stunning, artistic stained-glass skylight. handmade cabinetry, specialty light fixtures, and custom painting abound in the foyer, the elegant living room, the family room, the sunroom, and the powder room. two wood-burning fireplaces add cozy warmth on chilly days. the main gathering room of the original house has been transformed into a sitting area off of an updated country kitchen, which features a brick enclosed aga range, pine cabinetry, and a breakfast nook enclosed with hand-carved wooden moldings. below the kitchen is a finished space perfect for a home theater, playroom, or exercise. the second floor of the original home is accessed by a spiral, wooden staircase and offers fully appointed guest quarters, including two bedrooms, a playroom and two full baths, which can be secluded for privacy through another entrance. adjoined by an outside deck, the second floor of the addition features three bedrooms, four baths, a laundry room, and a beautiful master suite boasting a sitting area with gas fireplace, dressing room, jetted tub, sauna, a double shower steam room, an exercise alcove, and two outdoor porches. outside, a large bar-b-que patio area overlooks a pond, while an in-ground hot tub and a 52-foot oval pool with vanishing edge look over a spectacular english knot garden. a wooded path follows a burbling tributary stream from the pond and leads to stony brook. in the aesthetic spirit of the original home, the garage was expanded to accommodate four cars and an upper-level office or apartment. the thorough and thoughtful renovation of the the bouwerie has resulted not only in the valuable preservation of local-history americana, but also one of the most extraordinary homes in princeton. remarkably, the setting is less than 3 miles from nassau street with princeton university just beyond. come see this extraordinary opportunity.
Property Type
ResidentialSubdivision
None AvailableCounty
MERCERStyle
ColonialAD ID
49198789
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Property Details
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Interior Features
Bedroom Information
- Total Bedrooms : 6
- Total Bedroom (Upper): 6
- Bedroom Upper Level 1: 6
Bathroom Information
- Total Baths: 8
- Full Baths: 5
- Half Baths: 3
Laundry Source
- Laundry Type : Upper Floor
Water/Sewer
- Water Source : Public
Room Information
- Patio/Porch Features: Patio(s),Porch(es)
Interior Features
- Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Chair Railings,Crown Moldings,Exposed Beams,Family Room Off Kitchen,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Island,Primary Bath(s),Recessed Lighting,Sauna,Wainscotting,Walk-in Closet(s),Wet/Dry Bar
- Exterior Property Features : Hot Tub
- Basement Description: Partial
- Property Appliances: Cooktop,Built-In Range,Oven - Double,Dishwasher,Refrigerator
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling: Central A/C
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
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Exterior Features
Building Information
- Exterior Features: Hot Tub
- Year Built: 1742
- Structure: Detached
- Fireplace: 5
- Major Appliances: Cooktop,Built-In Range,Oven - Double,Dishwasher,Refrigerator
- New Construction: No
- Built: 1742
- Construction Material: Wood Siding,Brick,Stone
- Foundation/Basement: Other
- Architecture: Colonial
- Pool/Private: Yes - Personal
Pool Information
- Pool: Yes - Personal
Utility Features
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Water
- Water Heat: Natural Gas
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Property / Lot Details
Lot Information
- Lot Size: 423,839
- Dimensions: 0X0
- Lot Size (Acres): 9.73
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Main Square Feet: 423,839
Property Information
- SQ ft: 0
- SQ ft (Living Area): 0
- Total Lot SQ ft: 423,839
- Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
- Appx. Lot Dimensions: 0X0
- Total Acreage: 9.73
- New Construction: No
- Type: Colonial
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Listing Information
Listing Information
- Possession: Negotiable
- Days Of Market: 2
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Taxes / Assessments
Tax Information
- Annual Tax: $85,306
- Tax Year: 2024
- Total Taxes Payment Frequency: Annually
Possession
- Negotiable
Assessment Information
- Taxes Assessment Amount: $3,203,400
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Virtual Tour, Parking, Multi-Unit Information & Homeowners Association
Virtual Tour
Parking Information
- Garage: 4
- Garage Type: Additional Storage Area
- Parking Type: Driveway,Detached Garage
Homeowners Association Information
- Direction: Great Road to Pretty Brook Road
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School, Utilities & Location Details
School Information
- Elementary School: JOHNSON PARK
- Middle OR Junior School: J WITHERSPOON
- High School: PRINCETON
- School District: PRINCETON REGIONAL SCHOOLS
Fire Place Information
- Total Fire Place: 5
Utility Information
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
Location Information
- Location Type: Pond
- Direction: Great Road to Pretty Brook Road
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BuyOwner last updated this listing 04/05/2025 @ 00:16
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