20 Ridge Terrace, Short Hills

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Introduction

Welcome to 20 Ridge Terrace. This cosmopolitan Glenwood Colonial has been completely renovated on every level.

First Floor

Enter into the front-to-back foyer and this beautiful home opens up to a formal dining room and the elegant living room where a bay window and gorgeous wood burning fireplace welcome you in. French doors lead to the family room where floor-to-ceiling windows illuminate and offer stunning tree-top views overlooking the lush backyard. This space effortlessly flows into the open-concept, gourmet kitchen and unique back-it bar where no expense was spared on the state-of-the-art professional appliances (Viking, Miele), sleek, custom cabinetry, and quartz countertop with Italian marble backsplash. Access to a mudroom space, powder room and two-car attached garage complete this level.

Second Floor

Upstairs, find four spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms, including the light-infused, primary suite with an impressive walk-in closet and luxurious primary bath with a double vanity, jetted tub and glass shower.

Lower Level

The completely finished lower level has a game room, bonus/exercise room, half bath, laundry room, incredible rec room, or 5th bedroom suite that has a 2nd kitchen and double French doors that open onto the lower deck.

Exterior

Designed for easy-flow and flawless entertaining, from the kitchen you can head out to the stone patio or pass through the sliding doors to your outdoor oasis – where gorgeous decks, on multiple levels, overlook the lush, park-like property for seamless indoor/outdoor living.

AMENITIES

LIFESTYLE

  • Located on Ridge Terrace, one of the best streets / best neighborhoods in town; quiet and prestigious 
  • Unique custom five bedroom home is a designer’s dream
  • Purchased by current owners 32 years ago from local Architect Diana Hoffman, then lovingly renovated, with a three-story addition by local Architect Tim Klesse AIA and then updated, renovated, and regularly stylishly improved by owners over the years
  • Sunlit from all four compass directions 
  • French doors leading to Bluestone dining patio and multi-tiered decks from kitchen, and also family room, and also mudroom, and also lower level for incredible indoor/outdoor living  
  • One block walkability to NYC trains (0.2 mile), safe sidewalk distance to Glenwood Elementary (0.5 mile) & safe sidewalk distance to MHS (0.7 mile)
  • Easy walking distance to Short Hills Village with restaurants, the Short Hills Pharmacy, town Post Office as well as walking distance to downtown Short Hills and downtown Millburn

EASY ENTERTAINING & FANTASTIC FAMILY / WORK LIFE

  •  Beautiful living room with wood burning fireplace and bay window 
  •  Formal dining room with custom lighting and shelving 
  •  Stunning gourmet kitchen designed specifically for cooks, entertainers/family gatherings, with a large center island & bar seating 
  • Quartz countertops, Carrera Italian marble backsplash 
  • Kitchen has state-of-the-art, stainless steel appliances – Miele side-by-side freezer/fridge and Viking Professional Grade, 8-burner range with two ovens and Wolf microwave built into counter 
  • Kitchen storage includes an abundance of cabinet/roll-out drawer/storage space behind white glass, white lacquer and wenge wood island 
  •  Backlit unique designer bar area

PERSONAL ESCAPES 

  • Gorgeous primary suite is a relaxing escape with floor-to-ceiling windows and ample room for seating area 
  • Custom built walk-in closet and shelving 
  • Primary bath with custom marble floor and detailing, spa-like soaking tub and oversized glass shower 
  • Bedrooms are spacious and sun filled – all have generous closet space 
  • Bedroom #2 has front-facing windows and an ensuite full bathroom with shower over tub 
  • Bedroom #3 has front-facing windows, cozy window seat and additional space for a seating area 
  • Bedroom #4 has a large, step down, walk-in-closet 
  • Newly renovated hall bathroom with glass shower, custom tile and shelving storage
 

LOWER LEVEL – A MASTERPIECE FROM TOP-TO-BOTTOM  

  • Superior level that must be seen to be appreciated — renovated 2019; airy, light and fresh
  • Office/bonus room and game room has new carpeting 
  • 5th bedroom suite or rec room has French doors leading to large deck
  • Additional kitchen in lower level suite has granite countertops and a Fisher & Paykel refrigerator
  • Laundry room with new top-of-the-line LG washer/dryer with sanitizer and all luxury settings

 
EXPANSIVE PROPERTY AND OUTDOOR RETREATS 

  • Two additional hardscape seating areas, one between two large trees in backyard, and one at front of house to greet neighbors and guests
  • Bluestone pathway that leads from the front of the house to the back 
  • Additional access to large exterior stone patio with arbor and mature foliage 
  • Private, park-like property with gorgeous decks, hardscaping and mature, professional landscaping 
  • Huge exterior outdoor dining/entertaining deck system (three levels), starting at tree-top, completely secluded, and overlooking backyard, gradually flowing to park-like private property 

ADDITIONAL FEATURES 

  • Wood floors refinished 2022; Hardwood floors throughout 
  • All windows and doors replaced throughout home; front door original
  • Brand new central air installed by AirGroup in 2022
  • New front roof, replace in 2022 by Peter Traub Roofing 
  • Electric upgraded with new outlets and switches
  • Freshly painted interior and exterior in 2022
  • High-end and custom light fixtures throughout 
  • Low taxes for a luxury

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