125 Linvale Rd , Ringoes, NJ 08525(Hunterdon County)

Set at the top of a long private lane, this classic antique farmhouse commands protected, open views across field and pasture, with nary another house in sight. Lovingly maintained and enhanced by the current owners, the delights of this home have grown for almost 300 years, as generations have made changes befitting their needs and aspirations. A light-washed entrance area opens into one of several rooms dressed with exposed beams, the 18th century keeping-room, warmed by a woodstove set in a massive stone walk-in fireplace. The circa1825 addition embraces the more formal part of the house, with entry foyer and elegant living room downstairs, and main suite with its large dressing room, above. The main and two other spacious bedrooms boast north and south vistas and original pumpkin pine floors. Throughout, there are more closets than one expects to find in an antique home, including a large walk-in pantry in the efficiently-designed kitchen. The recently-built addition of generous size, with a bank of north-facing windows, would make an exceptional artists studio. A spacious office/guest suite with kitchenette has been created in the 19th century barn. Spanning a seasonal stream, a bow footbridge leads to the lovely pool and sun-drenched timber-frame pool house surrounded by fieldstone walls and lush perennial gardens, for delightful summer entertaining. Listed in the New Market registered historic district and offering both total privacy and convenience, the property is within an easy drive to major highways. A charming country classic in the Sourland Mountain District!