These Somerset Co. Homes For Sale Are More Than 100 Years Old

SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ — There is a lot of history in Somerset County and some of it is up for sale. There are several homes for sale more than 100 years old, including one that dates back to the Revolutionary War era.

Here are some of the oldest ones we found:

Address: 71 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville
List price: $1 million
Bedrooms: Four
Bathrooms: Two and a half
Year built: 1750
Historic stone treasure with thoughtful restoration. Perfected Revolutionary Era charm. Magnificent grounds. Second level family room with a brick terrace. Fireplaces non-working. Birdwatch, hike, swim, kayak, canoe — truly unique, picturesquely sited in the nationally significant Revolutionary War area of Bernardsville, this award-winning stone residence offers four bedrooms, two full and two half baths and public rooms lovingly restored to early American charm. Floor plan invites views of your own pond. Master suite with dressing room, segmented bathroom and family room. Exposed beam ceilings, five decorative brick fireplaces, plus extraordinarily versatile large bank barn with three garages, views, enormous summer party room with period brick fireplace and powder room. Upper level of barn spills out to entertainment area, trails. Birdwatch, canoe on your own resort.

Address: 30 Chapin Road, Bernardsville
List price: $4.9 million
Bedrooms: Six
Bathrooms: Five and a half
Year built: 1892
Appletrees is nestled on just over seven acres of expansive yards with mature trees and spectacular long distance views of rolling hills. The grand two-story pillared portico and square courtyard with a tiered fountain are inviting. Every aspect of the home connects gracious living with the beauty of nature. There is a stunning curved floating staircase in the two-story foyer. There are seven gas fireplaces, large wooden pocket doors, unique moldings and beautiful windows. The gourmet kitchen is next to the solarium with a cathedral glass ceiling and French doors, which lead to the rear veranda, gardens, fountains and pool. The loggia is a spectacular gallery and sitting area. There is a pool, tennis court, gazebo, wine cellar, and a billiards room. Six-car garage. There's also a separate apartment with a bedroom, bath, and kitchen.

Address: 39 Clark Road, Bernardsville
List price: $2.4 million
Bedrooms: Three
Bathrooms: Two and a half
Year built: 1916
Treetops is one of Bernardsville Mountain's most architecturally unique homes with exquisite indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces. 39 Clark Road Treetops is one of Bernardsville Mountain's most architecturally unique homes with exquisite indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces. This estate will appeal to someone who appreciates fine architecture and beautiful countryside views while being just 31 miles from New York City. Featured in several publications for its design mastery, Treetops is a restored carriage house that was once a part of the circa 1916 Stonehyrst estate. It was thoughtfully renovated in 2004, Outdoor improvements include: pool, hot tub, bocce court, outdoor shower, stone fireplace and custom fire pit.

Address: 840 Amwell Road, Hillsborough
List price: $1.8 million
Bedrooms: Six
Bathrooms: Seven and a half
Year built: 1880
Circa late 1800s, updated large Colonial set on over a 23-acre horse farm. The home has a large updated center island kitchen with large breakfast area that looks out to the deck. Wide plank floors, beamed ceiling in the library with a beautiful wood carved mantle on the fireplace. There are four fireplaces total a "ball room," which can be used as a media room and a finished basement with two bedrooms, beautiful Gunite pool, many outbuildings that includes an 18-stall barn with wash stall that has hot and cold water and a two-bedroom apartment above, a four-stall round barn, outdoor riding ring, a 90-by-50 open barn with water and electric that can accommodate many cars and machinery. Also on the property is a pond stocked with bass. Fronting on the Neshanic River, this is some of the most beautiful land in Hillsborough.

Address: 168 Anderson Hill Road, Bernardsville
List price: $895,000
Bedrooms: Five
Bathrooms: Two and a half
Year built: 1850
This beautifully restored circa-1860 Colonial is nestled on a private three-and-a-half acre lot close to the heart of Bernardsville. A large chef's kitchen adds today's amenities to the charm of yesteryear. An oversized mahogany topped island provides seating for guests, while high end appliances will please any home chef! A butler's pantry leads to the formal dining room. Enjoy the tranquil view during all four seasons from a family room with lofted ceiling, stone fireplace, and floor to ceiling windows overlooking the deck and pool. Warm hardwood flooring, period molding and hardware throughout the home add additional character to accompany the updates. The in-ground pool is ready for your enjoyment with three depth levels and infinity edge. Two barns could be converted to garages for any car enthusiast.

Email: daniel.hubbard@patch.com

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