Have $8.5 Million? Then Riverwind in Middletown Could Be Yours

Do you happen to have $8.5 million? Neither does this editor- but we can all dream a little, can’t we?

Take a look at the details of this eye-watering fairy tale estate:

Coldwell Banker Previews International is currently listing the Middletown property “Riverwind“, one of Monmouth County’s most renowned estates, set high upon 17 acres of waterfront property and consisting of three lots along the Navesink River. Riverwind has served as a prime location for large-scale philanthropic events, frequently hosting American Cancer Society and American Heart Association galas, among several others. The main home epitomizes old world grandeur and is well-suited for gracious living and grand entertaining.

Riverwind is surrounded by picturesque scenery, with miles of water views and spectacular sunsets. Features of the property include:

• a Riparian grant
• a boat dock with lift
• a solar-heated Edgewater infinity pool
• a tennis court
• an expansive Azek porch across the entire back of the home

Do you have horses, or enjoy riding? Equestrian lovers will enjoy the property’s two separate pastures, five stalls and hay barn.

In addition to the main residence, there are:

• three caretaker cottages
• a separate guest house
• garages for nine cars

Two private driveways with controlled access deliver you to the 10,000 square-foot main home with eight bedrooms, eight full bathrooms, three half-baths, 11 fireplaces and an elevator servicing three floors. The two-story grand foyer of the main home is focused around double staircases and a gas fireplace with marble mantle.

Some of the many features of the great room include:

• floor-to-ceiling wood paneling
• a walk-around balcony
• a wet bar
• oversized wood-burning fireplace

With the pricetag attached to this property, the dream features seem endless:

• The adjoining sun room with floor-to-ceiling windows and doors opens to the porch and pool areas - ideal for entertaining with a full kitchen, separate shower room and a half-bath.

• Enhancing the home’s gracefully designed layout, the banquet-sized dining room with gas fireplace is centered between the great room, kitchen and family room.

• The gourmet kitchen features a center island with sink, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, a breakfast area with separate butler’s pantry, and access to a side courtyard entrance.

• The library features built-in bookcases and offers a space to relax in front of two gas fireplaces.

• Large groups can be entertained by utilizing the basement caterer’s kitchen that is equipped with two ovens, a stove, refrigerator and full-size elevator.

• For added convenience, there is a half-bath and a staircase to the first floor kitchen area.

• The game room provides a stairway entrance to the main foyer.

What about where you would lay your head at night? There are just a couple of options:

• Two additional staircases lead to the second floor and its five en-suite bedrooms, all with waterfront views, and four fireplaces.

• The spacious master suite features a dressing area with closets, a wet bar, gas fireplace, private sun room and sun deck.

• The master bath has double sinks and a large steam shower.

• The fifth bedroom suite, with original woodwork, features its own living room with fireplace, full bath and bedroom overlooking the pool area.

• Two more staircases on either side of the home lead to the third floor with its three bedrooms, three full baths, dressing room, study with built-in bookcases, separate sitting areas, and lounge.

Riverwind offers an enchanting retreat away from it all, yet is conveniently located near golf and country clubs, restaurants, shopping and area beaches in Middletown. Riverwind also provides privacy on one of the largest waterfront properties in the area, offering ever-changing, scenic views of the Navesink River.

For more information on this $8.5 million waterfront estate, contact listing agents Sarah Pomphrey (cell 732-841-8913) or Mara Browndorf (cell 732-979-4960).

For the rest of us, we will keep dreaming.

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Rumson/Fair Haven is located at 17 West River Road, Rumson, NJ 07760, 732-842-3200.