Introduction

Bridge House (circa 1890) is a nature lover’s 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom retreat nestled on 2 acres on a scenic country road in heart of Tewksbury along the Rockaway Creek.

First Level

Upon entering this light-filled home you step into a large family room with hardwood floors and high ceilings open to a loft above. A stone-front wood-burning stove adds to the cozy feel and sliding doors to the large deck overlooking the Rockaway Creek connect the interior of the home with its sylvan setting. The renovated kitchen is open to the family room and features stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, and granite countertops. It has plentiful cabinet storage and leads to a sunny, formal dining room. A family room, bedroom with sliding glass doors to the deck, a den with a large closet, a full bathroom with stall shower, laundry room, and a large utility closet complete this floor.

Second Level

The second floor has plentiful light and features two large bedrooms each with oversized closets. One of the bedrooms also has a built-in vanity with a dressing area and direct access to the main bathroom which is also accessible from the hallway. This bathroom features a with tub/shower. Additionally, a sunny loft space with a large architectural window and a large closet complete this floor.

Systems

The systems of the home include baseboard electric heat, well water, septic, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and a fire extinguisher.

Exterior

The home has pale grey vinyl siding and an asphalt roof. A gravel driveway and parking area adjacent to the house is consistent with the rustic feel of the property.

Area Information

The property is nestled on a country road set along the Rockaway Creek in Tewksbury Township, one of the most prestigious areas of Hunterdon County, a town renowned for its natural beauty, private estates and upscale lifestyle marked by the popularity of equestrian sports related to the nearby Essex Hunt Club, United States Equestrian Team and United States Equestrian Foundation, miles of scenic riding trails in the Tewksbury Trail System, and multiple private polo fields within the township. The township supports an active youth sports program that includes lacrosse, soccer, softball, basketball, tennis and baseball teams. Nearby outdoor recreation areas include Christie Hoffman Farm Park, Ken Lockwood Gorge, Columbia Trail, and Round Valley Reservoir. It is served by Tewksbury Elementary School (designated a Blue Ribbon School in 2011), Old Turnpike Middle School, and Voorhees High School (designated a Blue Ribbon School in 2015) and is convenient to private schools (Gill St. Bernard, Pingry, Far Hills Country Day) with nearby shopping, golf courses and country clubs (Hamilton Farm, Fiddler’s Elbow, Trump National). Commuter highways (Interstates 78 and 287), TransBridge Line buses and NJ Transit trains allow for convenient access to New York City and Newark Liberty International Airport.