5 Runyan Pl., Chester, NJ 07930

It is not every day that a home and property this exceptional comes on the market. Arguably one of the prettiest homes in Chester currently on the market, this home is an exceptional opportunity for the buyer seeking acreage, absolute privacy, and a well-built and updated custom home. Minutes to historical downtown Chester, Mendham, and nearby Morristown restaurants/shopping/cultural events, this home should not be missed.

As you arrive, take in the stone and clapboard exterior and elegant gables, a vision of perfect proportion and detail. Professional landscaping, gardens, and exquisite craftsmanship are apparent at every angle. The stunning front includes two front entrances. Enter the spacious and elegant 2-story Entry Foyer and prepare to be overwhelmed by the sheer elegance, light, and scale of this home. The Entry Foyer includes soaring ceilings, two Coat Closets, and gorgeous views of both the Living and Dining Rooms beyond. Gleaming hardwood floors, incredibly high ceilings, striking light fixtures, and exquisite millwork carry through the entire home. Fantastic flow and gracious rooms make this the ideal home for family gatherings and entertaining.

From the Foyer, enter into the Living Room where you can curl up with a book by the fireplace. Mix a cocktail in the fabulous Wet Bar with tons of custom cabinetry and wine/beverage refrigerators. Flow easily into the well-designed Office featuring custom built-ins with tons of open and concealed storage so that working from home is a pleasure. Having friends for dinner? Proceed into the nearby formal Dining Room with a ton of sunlight and plenty of space to host family gatherings and gourmet dinners. The Dining Room connects easily to the stunning Gourmet Chef’s Kitchen. Creamy wood cabinetry with a large island, quartzite countertops with a waterfall edge, and Viking/Sub Zero appliances round out the sophistication of this space. Storage abounds in the well-appointed Coffee Bar with two beverage refrigerators. Take in the backyard view in the Breakfast Area with French doors leading out to the fantastic backyard. Desirably open to the Kitchen, prepare to be amazed by the impressive 2-story Family Room with an abundance of windows and a stunning floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. A large Laundry Room (potential Mud Room too), with a separate entrance and access to the Garage, really delivers. A tasteful Powder Room and spacious 3-car Garage round out the First Level.

The real star of this property is the incredibly private and gorgeous professional landscaped and lighted outdoor space (2.6 acres). For outdoor entertaining, you’ll have a choice of the sunny Deck or multiple graceful, tiered Patios. With easy access to the family room, kitchen, and lower level, indoor-outdoor entertaining is a breeze. The lush and private piece of property provides ample space for relaxation, playing, or even a pool!

When it’s time to retire for the evening, the stately staircase (there is also a staircase off the Kitchen), beaming with natural light, leads you to the second floor with five spacious bedrooms and three full baths. Luxury abounds in the completely Zen Primary Bedroom Suite with a serene tray/vaulted ceiling, window seat, and soothing hues throughout. Getting ready is a dream with two Walk-In Closets and a spacious Primary Bath. Four additional large-sized bedrooms are steeped in sunlight and include generous closets. Two bedrooms share a tasteful Jack and Jill Bath. The other two sundrenched bedrooms share the Hall Full Bath. This level also boasts a beautiful gallery landing overlooking both the Entry Foyer and Family Room.

And it doesn’t end there! The “walk out” Lower Level, with a fabulous Wet Bar, Recreation Room (with 2 distinct areas for Billiards/Games and TV watching) with a fireplace, an Exercise Room, a Full Bath, and tons of storage is a homeowner’s dream. Whether it’s movie watching, card games, children’s art projects, or exercising the Lower Level provides wonderful functional space.

5 Runyan is a dream home in every way. Just minutes from Blue Ribbon schools, prestigious private schools, and shopping/restaurants in downtown Chester and Mendham, this home is an absolute must-see.

Room by Room Details of 5 Runyan Pl., Chester, NJ 07930

First Level

• 2-story Entry Foyer featuring hardwood floors, staircase to Second Level, decorative raised moldings, orb chandelier, baseboard molding, crown molding, 2 Coat Closets, door to Lower Level
• Living Room featuring hardwood floors, fireplace with custom millwork mantle, wainscoting, windows at 2 exposures, crown molding, recessed lighting
• Wet Bar featuring hardwood floors, built-in cabinetry with bar sink, built-in cabinetry with wine refrigerator, open wine storage, granite countertops, tile backsplash, window
• Powder Room featuring hardwood floors, pedestal sink, lantern, fan, baseboard molding
• Dining Room featuring hardwood floors, chandelier, wainscoting, 2 windows, crown molding
• Office featuring French door at entry, hardwood floors, custom built-ins with open and concealed storage, recessed lighting, crown molding, baseboard molding, 2 windows
• Kitchen featuring hardwood floors, off-white wood cabinetry, island with waterfall countertop and seating for 4, pendant light over island, recessed lighting, pendant light over sink, quartzite countertop, tile backsplash, Viking stainless cooktop, integrated Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, Viking built-in microwave, GE Profile built-in wall oven, dishwasher, Coffee Bar with Viking under counter wine and beverage refrigerators, Breakfast Area with orb chandelier and French door with full sidelite, Rear Staircase
• 2-story Family Room featuring hardwood floors, abundant windows/doors at 3 exposures, floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, chandelier, crown molding, baseboard molding, recessed lighting
• Laundry Room featuring tile flooring, built-in cabinetry, front loader washer and dryer, Closet, Pantry, separate entrance, utility sink
•  3-car Garage with storage

Second Level

• Second Level Landing overlooking Family Room and Entry Foyer, hardwood floors, recessed lighting, baseboard molding, crown molding
• Cedar Closet
• Primary Bedroom Suite featuring carpeting, tray/vaulted ceiling, recessed lighting, pendant orb light, window seat, baseboard molding, windows at 2 exposures, 2 Walk-In Closets, Primary Bath 
• Bedroom 2 featuring carpeting, double-sized Closet, baseboard molding, Bath featuring tile flooring, vanity, medicine cabinet, bath/shower combination, window, Linen Closet
• Full Hall Bath
• Bedroom 3 featuring carpeting, 2 windows, Walk In Closet
• Bedroom 4 featuring carpeting, chandelier, baseboard molding, Walk In Closet, door to Jack and Jill Bath
• Bedroom 5 featuring carpeting, double-sized Closet, 2 windows, baseboard molding, door to Jack and Jill Bath
• Jack and Jill Bath with tile flooring, vanity, sconce over mirror, Linen Closet, tub/shower combination

Lower Level

• Carpeted staircases to Lower Level, wainscoting, pendant light
• Landing Area with tile flooring
• Recreation Room featuring tile flooring and carpeting, wainscoting, game/pool table area, tray ceiling, Closet, Utility Closet, recessed lighting, pendant light over pool table, French door with full sidelite to backyard
• Wet Bar with bar sink, built-in upper and lower cabinetry, dishwasher drawers and beverage refrigerator, granite countertop, tile backsplash, open wine storage
• Media Area featuring carpeting, fireplace, recessed lighting
• Full Bath featuring tile flooring, steam shower, vanity, sconce over sink
• Home Gym, double French doors at entry, custom mirrors, drop ceiling with recessed lighting
• Storage Room
• Utility Room

Front/Back Yard

• 2.69 acres
• Flat lush front lawn, professionally landscaped
• Deck
• Multiple Tiered Patio Areas
• Extensive professional landscaping with blooming perennials, mature specimen trees, large boulder borders
• Storage shed
• Flat, grassy yard
• Professional lighting
• Entire property invisible dog fence
• Front and rear professionally installed outdoor low voltage lighting system

Additional Features/Upgrades

• Turnkey whole house in-ceiling Control 4 stereo system
• Central Vacuum 
• First and lower level robust window and door alarms