Immaculate Colonial in Readington Township

On a winding, tree-lined street, behind a handsome, two-story brick façade, is an immaculate four bedroom colonial in Readington Township. The well-landscaped plantings and flowering trees set the scene for the treasures within, beginning with a striking arched window that frames the dramatic foyer.

Continuing the drama is the formal living room, with nine-foot ceilings, crown molding, eyebrow windows, a chair rail and built-in picture boxes. Hardwood floors abound on the first floor, and the 15- by 13-foot dining room continues the chair rail and crown molding motifs.

The kitchen has an island and breakfast bar, along with two ovens, a natural gas cooktop, a soapstone counter, a new sink, refrigerator and dishwasher and two pantries. Adjoining the kitchen is a breakfast room that opens to a deck and a great room where a cozy, woodburning fireplace offers warmth in the colder months. This room continues the chair rail molding theme and eyebrow windows, with a triple window providing a lovely view of the backyard and two-layer deck with plenty of space for entertaining.

In the front of the home is a double garage that leads to the laundry area and the partially finished basement. Also on the first floor is a powder room. Downstairs, most of the basement is carpeted and the wall leading to the patio has been drywalled. The main room, about 26 by 26 feet, offers space for a TV or movie nook, a gym or office. Another downstairs room houses the utilities, which include a 60 gallon water heater.

Back on the main floor, an oak railing flanked by more chair rails and picture boxes leads to the bedrooms. A wide loft at the top of the stairs offers space for seating and a view of the magnificent chandelier. Crown molding frames the loft area, and cushy, neutral carpeting provides wall-to-wall elegance on the second floor.

Behind a double door is a picture perfect, 20- by 12-foot master bedroom, with ample space for a seating area. Size is no object in the room’s large walk-in closet with neat built-ins. The ensuite bathroom features an oversized jetted tub, a double sink, shower and a vaulted ceiling with a view of the backyard.

The other three bedrooms also have large closets; and a double linen closet provides additional storage. The second bathroom on this floor has a tub/shower, window and oak cabinets.

To save on electricity, the home includes multi-zoned heating and cooling, plus several ceiling fans. The residence also has public water and sewer, a rare find in Hunterdon.

Minutes from Interstate 78 and routes 22, 287, 202 and 206, Readington Township has been named to CNNmoney.com’s list of the 100 best places to live. Area schools are also first-rate: The middle school is a New Jersey Star School and Hunterdon Central Regional High School is a Blue Ribbon School. Nearby historic Flemington and Somerville offer shopping, fine dining and cultural events.