Extensively Renovated and Expanded Colonial

Location. Luxury. Lifestyle! Extensively renovated and expanded to perfection in 2022, this sprawling custom center hall Colonial is superlative by any definition. Situated on almost a half acre of manicured grounds in a coveted Mountainside neighborhood close to Watchung Reservation, walking trails and park, excellent location is one of the hallmarks of the home. Fine architectural detailing prevails throughout the home, with elegant formal rooms that flank a spacious entry foyer with double closets. Oversized paned picture windows in the formal dining room and living room set the tone, with front and back property views, a central wood-burning fireplace with marble surround and custom built-ins in the living room. A dramatic open concept family room and designer kitchen create the perfect venue for upscale leisure living, featuring a sleek showcase gas-log fireplace surrounded by stone and rustic beamed mantel in the family room, complete with a service bar with undermount fridge for fun casual gatherings.. The kitchen is curated with a tasteful blend of crisp custom white and dark wood cabinetry, and select granite and wood countertops. Bar seating on the tiered center island and custom built-in banquette seating in the breakfast area offer plenty of room for everyday living. High-end stainless steel appliances include a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf six-burner cooktop and oven, Thermador double wall ovens and dishwasher, and more. A powder room is located off the kitchen, while a nearby home office/den with gas-log fireplace offers added versatility. Mud Room cabinetry offers easy access to the oversized two-car garage. The piece de resistance is a stunning sun-drenched conservatory that virtually brings the outside in. Set beneath high, beamed ceilings, a gas-log fireplace with soaring brick surround, and three walls of oversized windows with views of the private fenced rear property framed with mature plantings and hedgerows. You will experience a little bit of heaven on earth!Four well-appointed bedrooms span the length of the second-floor, with a pristine full hall bath along the way that has a tub shower and multiple heads that serves two of the bedrooms. One spacious bedroom is ensuite, with two walk-in closets and oversized shower with multiple heads and built-in bench. Enjoy being pampered in the beautiful primary bedroom suite, set beneath a beamed tray ceiling, featuring two large custom-fitted walk-in closets and a marble-clad primary bath with walk-in shower, built-in bench and multiple heads. And…relax in your own private adjoining primary “PJ” lounge where you can retire in your pajamas after a long day! A large laundry room comes fully equipped with custom cabinetry, sink, counters and plenty of natural light, and provides an attractive second-floor convenience. The expansive unfinished lower level offers meticulous open spaces and abundant storage, with excellent possibilities for added recreational and living space, if desired -- buyer’s choice! Step into this outstanding home at 1387 Chapel Hill Road and be prepared to be wowed!