13 Serpentine Drive | Middletown
Reimagine your lifestyle-a 40 minute ferry ride from the Jersey Shore to Wall Street! Rare opportunity to own this stunning home, tucked away on private road in Historic District of Monmouth Hills. Breathtaking Tudor Revival, gracefully set atop a bluff on one of highest elevations along east coast, overlooks Sandy Hook & Raritan Bays, Lower New York Harbor & New York City skyline. One of a kind location offers well-rounded life style; nearby direct Seastreak Ferry w/ convenient access to NYC & easy living close to NJ's beaches, natural parkland & walking trails. Known as the General Charles Raymond House, this 6 bedroom/4.5 bath home, was built by original owner, military engineer & Army General Charles W. Raymond & reflects the influence of renowned architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. Situated on 1 acre of private, lushly landscaped property, the home's unique style harmoniously blends classic architecture w/ modern convenience; impressive steeply pitched intersecting gable roof restored in 1999 to resemble original mottled, purple & green Vermont slate, lofty ceilings, stunning woodwork & central AC. Savor year round NYC & water views. Enjoy The Monmouth Hills Clubhouse, AKA as the Water Witch Club, inspired by the James Fennimore Cooper novel after he remarked about the area's natural beauty. While words can only begin to describe the true essence of this remarkable home, you must see the home to fully appreciate its distinctiveness and potential for creating lifelong memories. Agent Remarks: Please call listing agent, Allison Maguire - 973-454-9116 - for confirmed appointment. Please call Alison to discuss annual Monmouth Hills fees -which includes Club House maintenance, street grading/street gutter maintenance, snow removal, maintenance of common area CJMLS 2408935R
