Martinsville Estate Offers a World of Possibilities
If you’re looking for an amazing Martinsville property to add to your investment portfolio, a solid start at having your own fabulous dream estate or maybe a little bit of both, then this 5 bed, 4 bath home at 1299 Mt. Horeb Road is a must see. Its potential is limited by only your imagination.
A Hill to Build a Dream On
Located in the highly desirable Martinsville area of Bridgewater, this secluded retreat sits on 4.6 acres. The land is the star of the show, but a 3,700+ square-foot, custom Mediterranean-style villa plays a strong supporting role. The multi-level home sits atop the hill that provides breathtaking views of the mountains.
Depending on what your real estate dream is, this hilltop property has already been professionally surveyed for subdividing into to 2 lots with the current structure and 3 lots if the home is demolished. It’s a choose-your-own-adventure scenario with no wrong choices.
Secluded and Peaceful
As you drive up to the Villa, you’ll see that this builder-owned home has custom touches that make living here a unique experience. This is especially the case if you love being outdoors or feeling like you have your own personal nature preserve. The home’s stately stone exterior is mirrored throughout the lush grounds on charming features such as a wishing well.
Stone-terraced landscaping adds grandeur to the green space with eye-catching architectural lines. A stone bridge and archway lets guests know and reminds you at the end of each day that this is no ordinary place to call home.
Nature is Your Playground
Brick pavers lead up to one of three large outdoor decks, which are perfect for entertaining or simply soaking in a little solitude. A custom driveway leads to a 2-car garage on the home’s first (ground) level and the original 1930s entrance.
The Villa sits on 1.5 acres of cleared green space and features a large backyard, a basketball asphalt hardtop, and a garden. On cool, crisp days, cozy up around the outdoor fireplace—a perfect place to catch up with friends. You can dine outdoors, despite the weather on an enclosed patio. Its rustic stone walls keep the elements out, but let natural light and breathtaking views in.
Old Meets New
The original, ground-floor entrance to this 1930s era home leads you to a welcoming foyer with pristine oak floors. Stairways lead up to the second-floor main living areas or down a few steps to an expansive great room. Wood beamed ceilings, dark wood paneling, and oak floors create a majestic feel to the great room. An impressive fireplace adds an old-world feel to the room that is a veritable blank slate.
Imagine an expansive private library with floor-to-ceiling shelves housing classic and contemporary works. If gourmet charity fundraising dinners are more your style, you can accommodate 25 of your closest friends and a jazz trio. Whatever you create, the room is sure to impress.
The original 2,000-square-foot-home was built in 1932. In 1976, almost 2,000 square-feet of living space was added.
Family-style Living
Upstairs, on the Villa’s second level, you’ll find a spacious master bedroom ready to become your personal escape. Doors lead out to a private balcony where you can leave the everyday behind.
A large, bright family room on the second level features a stone fireplace and doors leading to another outdoor deck. Host a bookclub, the grandkids, or just relax by the fire.
That’s Entertainment
With plenty of storage for all of your gadgets and epicurean needs, this well-organized kitchen offers a meat-and-potatoes approach to meal prep. Built-ins offer easy access to pantry items and space for a coffee station or microwave, depending on your needs. Although it lacks the bells and whistles of more modern arrangements, the kitchen sits in the heart of entertaining space.
The cooking area opens to a dining area large enough to accommodate any-sized breakfast crowd. Install your own corner booth and or a large center island with seating and you’re set.
On the other side, the kitchen opens up to a formal dining room that is adorned with the same beautiful oak floors and dark paneling that adorns the great room, The dining room walls partially open to the adjacent family room to create great mingling conditions at your fabulous events.
Room for Everyone
This home features 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths and 2 half baths.
Just off the second level family room, there’s a convenient powder room for guests. There’s also a small bedroom adjacent to the half bath that could easily be an office, hobby room or sleeping quarters for live-in help. It’s separated from the other two bedrooms on the second floor, which optimizes its privacy.
The second level includes a full bath, with a separate shower and tub. The space is ready for your TLC that will transform it from dated to a spa-like oasis. The cavernous master bedroom across the hall
A second large bedroom adjacent to the master could be a guest retreat, a continuation of the master as en suite bathroom extension and dressing area. Or create a tech-laden media room to rival any cinema.
Sweet Dreams on the Third Floor
Climb the solid staircase to the third floor, where you’ll find three more generous bedrooms and a second full bath. As you reach the landing, a third bedroom will greet you. It provides plenty of space for the typical bedroom and access to attic storage. Its vaulted ceilings accentuate the spacious feel. Another well-lit bedroom features built-in shelves, access to attic storage and vaulted ceilings. Bright and cheery, the fifth bedroom has a built in reading nook or spot to put a desk.
A second full-bath serves the bedrooms and feature a double vanity and a divided bathing and toilet area. The ground level also includes a convenient power room.
The home also features a finished basement with a recreation room, utility room, and an exercise room.
Even though the home site is secluded, it’s only about a quarter-mile from downtown Martinsville and 5 minutes from I-78, which will take you into New York City. It has convenient access to I-278, which will take you to the shore.
