16 Maria Dr Sparta NJ Hillcrest Estate Vernon, NJ

It’s just a one-hour bus/train commute to NYC from this secluded and immaculate 5500+ SF custom, turreted colonial mansion. This superbly maintained/upgraded luxury retreat in its serenely quiet and naturally scenic 2.44 AC wooded setting affords a spectacular bright, open floor plan. Next to the gourmet kitchen w its granite counters, walk-in pantry and solid wood cabinetry at the center of this flexible indoor/outdoor environment is the magnificent 2-story open-architecture great room w its grand stone fireplace, wet bar, skylights, and ubiquitous scenic windows, which leads to a large deck, expansive lawns and woodlands beyond. The grand brick façade and gracefully-arched transom window open to a 2-story foyer w dual heated coat closets and stunning curved staircase. The master ensuite has a jetted tub, walk-in shower, dual sinks, walk-in closet and scenic sitting room. Other amenities include offices and living rooms both upstairs and downstairs; conservatory that houses both media center and billiards room; 2nd-floor balcony overlooking both foyer and great room; oversized 3-car garage; hardwood and tile throughout; waterfall and coy pond; full basement, configurable 1st floor guest accommodation.