409 VILLAGE RD E Princeton Junction, NJ 08550

There's nothing cookie-cutter about this property! Everything from the beautifully landscaped yard to the multi-purpose barn to the renovated Victorian home is unforgettable. Catch the joyful sounds of nearby schoolchildren at play from the front porch, or sip tea in a 3-season porch overlooking the vegetable garden. A major expansion in 2016 added valuable space across 3 floors. The custom, eat-in kitchen with huge granite-topped center island has a sunny staircase down to the finished basement, where a sliding barn door divides full height rooms. The original entertaining and living areas of the home feature decorative ceiling plaster relief, pocket doors, the warmth of a fireplace, as well as a wood-burning stove, and a beautifully detailed oak staircase leading to 3 big, bright bedrooms. The main suite surpasses all expectations with a classically tiled bathroom offering a double rain shower and a custom dressing room that leads to a secret study. This cozy retreat is just one work-from-home option. If you prefer a bit more separation, there's great potential for the office of your dreams in the well-maintained barn that includes 2 car parking, separate workshop, and full high-ceiling loft. For days when the train is a must, NJ Transit is only 3 miles away. Additional noteworthy highlights: Attention to detail and use of high quality products went into the 2016 thoughtful expansion and renovation. The kitchen and mudroom feature "barn wood" porcelain tile flooring, and the sunroom has mahogany flooring and a clear knot cedar plank ceiling. There are thermal pane windows in the addition, and exterior storm windows insulate and protect the antique wavy glass windows. Outside, all three covered porches have mahogany tongue-in-groove flooring, and sitting beside pear and apple trees are two large patios to enjoy: an open flagstone patio, and a secluded brick patio. The vegetable garden features brick pavers between raised beds, and established blueberry bushes and black-raspberry vines. A full yard sprinkler system keeps it easy. Careful considerations were taken into account with the remodeling of this Victorian home, such as using a steel support beam system and underpinning the original foundation before finishing the basement.