You know you are in for something special when you enter this property through a rose covered trellis to the open, classic, Spring Lake porch, framed in awnings. This property has been an honored host of the Spring Lake Kitchen Tour, the Spring Lake Garden Tour, and a worthy recipient of a SL Historical Society Award. A 2020 total renovation took the 1st floor down to the studs. Local architect, Paul Damiano worked closely with the owners to balance the perfect combination of old and new with meticulous detail. The ambitious renovation transformed the first floor to include the sunroom, a gorgeous kitchen, a 3 stop elevator, coffered ceilings, new flooring, custom woodwork, 1st floor office, and access to a private yard. The ambitious renovation transformed the first floor to include the sunroom, a gorgeous kitchen, a 3 stop elevator, coffered ceilings, new flooring, custom woodwork, a 1st floor office, and access to the private yard. Although it is an open floor plan there is a clever delineation between the kitchen, dining room and living room giving them each their own identity.
The gourmet chef's kitchen is in the heart of the house, expansive, sunlit, natural ice blue quartzite countertops and filled with new top of the line appliances. From boiling water to a Le Cordon Bleu inspired dinner It would be a pleasure to cook and entertain in this kitchen.
The family room with coffered ceilings and fireplace is expansive. Large glass doors open to the patio rimmed with mature shrubbery which is an inviting view in any season. A convenient tiled mud room and separate entrance offers storage space in closets and a ½ bath.
The 2nd floor offers 3 bedrooms including the sophisticated primary suite. Set in the rear of the house the primary bedroom is a private retreat. A luxurious marble Bathroom offers a soaking tub, glass enclosed marble shower, dual vanities, bidet and room for a dressing table. The elevator opens close to the primary bedroom.
The 3rd floor can be used as a separate suite or guest quarters with a bedroom and a flex room. There is room for a separate bath.
The landscaping creates a private oasis on the property. The rear yard is fenced in with the addition of many new plants, it includes a fire pit, outdoor kitchen, blue stone patio, hot and cold outdoor shower. The street side is buffered with a classic privet hedge trimmed to show a bit of the broad mahogany front porch.
Local lore tells us the original 1880's house was the home of the first Girl Scout troop leader in Spring Lake. Located steps to downtown and a few blocks to the lake and Spring Lake's beautiful beach and boardwalk. The best spot to catch the sunrise in Spring Lake is right down the street.