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Homes for sale in Princeton area - Beautiful Estate - Washington Well FarmFabulous 8 acres estate -15 Minutes from New York  Here is a unique chance to own the 8+ acres estate "Washington Well Farm", and with it become part of the American history. The story of this home starts in 1753, when Joost Dureya bought 260 acres of land and made it his homestead. He lived in the home with his two wives and his son, Simon, who served in the Revolutionary War. Following the custom of the early settlers the family burial plot is in the back of the property. Surviving to this day. in addition to the main house are the barn, an English carriage house, an out -kitchen and the famous Well. The estate's notoriety and it's present name come from the well across the road, situated on a 2.3 acres of land. The legend has it that the Continental Army was passing by on a very hot summer day. The soldiers were so thirsty that they drank the well dry. Today the main house is a gracious home with 8 fireplaces, 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms and all the modern amenities. There is also a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom beautiful legal apartment with a separate entrance. Gorgeous grounds, pool, pool house with a kitchen and fireplace, many other outbuildings - the only way to do justice to this home is to see it. It's a 15 minute flight from New York to the Princeton Airport, which is close by. The estate is offered with 2 additional properties: a charming 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom cape on 1 acre and 2.3 acres land. Information Contact Information Pricing Asking Price: $1,499,000 Additional Pricing Information: The main house can be purchased separately for $1,099,000 and the 2.3 acres lot- for $200,000. Property Location Features Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 4 1/2 Parking: yes Year Built: 1753 Lot Size: 8.3 acres School District: Montgomery Township Square Footage: approx. 4500 Agent Name: Faina Sechzer Broker: Henderson-Sotheby's International Realty MLS #: 5124213 Attributes Appliances Range/Oven Full Refrigerator Washer/Dryer Dishwasher Microwave Interior Amenities Fireplace Hardwood Floors Kitchen Island Basement Attic Exterior Amenities Patio Fenced Yard Swimming Pool Grass Lawn Secluded setting Photo Gallery    |
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Faina Sechzer - Princeton, Montgomery, Hopewell, NJ Real Estate Expert Henderson-Sotheby's International Realty Princeton, NJ Office Phone: (609) 924-1000 Ext.: 144 Cell Phone: (609) 553-4175 More information... Contact Faina Sechzer - Princeton, Montgomery, Hopewell, NJ Real Estate Expert |
