Country Living, Easy Commute to NYC, City Skyline, 5+ acres, 1200 ft above sea level

West Milford, NJ
Mountain Retreat, 50 Minutes to NYC

On 5.5 acres, Approximately 1,700 sq. ft. living space plus small building overlooking natural rock
Beautifil long curved paved driveway w/stone walls leads to post & beam house
w/million dollar view of New York City skyline

View from house -- forest and skyline. This first shot is of city when sun going down, reflecting off buildings, resemblig OZ.
Every inch of this post & beam house is warm and inviting
 Living room has cozy fireplace and office nook.
Natural gas radiant heat in floors, fireplace with heatilator, southerly facing windows with views of valley and NYC skyline.

The central dining room is open to ceiling with huge windows for views and light.
Cozy kitchen has storage cubbies with adjacent utility room
Skylight across roof ridge provides wonderful light
Deer often come to visit early morning
Natural landscaping surrounding house on 5+ acres

House facing view. Enclosed porch leads to raised patio
There are currently 2.5 loft bedrooms with bridge connecting lofts, two full bathrooms, one up and one down. There is an additional small bedroom/den/office or storage room downstairs. This house was originally designed by NYC architect Bill Kinsinger whose expertise is passive solar. This house is very energy efficient with large south facing windows absorbing natural solar heat.

Fully implemented architectural drawings for 3 story expansion are available and included with house.

West Milford is a lovely wooded community with excellent schools and recreation. Near lakes and reservoirs for fishing, boating, and swimming. Hiking trails abound and only 20 minutes to major skiing area.

This home is a unique, passive solar design, built, and maintained to appreciate its natural and private surroundings.

Tel: 973-545-2548 (leave message)
email: mailbox@eclectart.com


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