74 Rowan Rd., Chatham, NJ 07928

Welcome to 74 Rowan Road!

From the moment you set eyes on this custom-designed 4/5-bedroom, 3-bath Colonial, you'll recognize its exceptional charm. The façade, a product of the 2010 indoor/outdoor renovation by acclaimed local architect Brian Siegal, exudes timeless elegance. Adorned with striking Hardie Plank siding, custom exterior window moldings, a covered front entry with columns and accent windows, and a walkway flanked by inviting Adirondack chairs, this home embodies warmth and hospitality.

Situated on a .22-acre lot in Chatham's desirable Manor section, this residence harmoniously blends the charm of a small-town community with the convenience of a big city. It's just minutes away from the Midtown Direct NYC and Hoboken trains, top-ranked schools (Milton Avenue Elementary and Chatham Middle School), a bustling Main Street with shops and restaurants, major highways, and the Short Hills mall. The neighborhood, with its tree-lined sidewalks, is in close proximity to Memorial Park's pool, playground, and the town library.

74 Rowan Road has long represented spacious living at its finest in the Manor Section of Chatham. It sets the standard for size and roominess within the neighborhood, a reputation well-deserved given its expansive interior layout, providing unparalleled space.

Upon entering, you're greeted by a generously sized foyer, setting the tone for the rest of the house. The formal Living Room, bathed in natural light from large windows, offers a substantial area for relaxation and gatherings.

The light-filled formal Living Room is an ideal place to start your day, with scenic views of the neighborhood or the cozy, gas-burning fireplace. On the opposite side of the foyer, a spacious office space faces the front of the house, providing flexibility to be used as a first-floor bedroom if desired. Gleaming hardwood floors and recessed lighting unify the first floor, creating an elegant and cohesive living space that seamlessly blends original features with those from the renovation.

A nearby full bathroom features a stylish checkerboard-style floor, updated recessed lighting, and a spectacular shower with a three-paneled glass door, built-in bench, and rain shower head, providing a spa-like experience at home.

A central hall connects the rest of the house, leading to the particularly stunning open-floor plan Kitchen, Dining Room, and Great Room areas thoughtfully designed by architect Brian Siegel. These rooms are bathed in sunlight, thanks to skylights and multiple windows, creating an inviting space for both everyday living and entertaining. The combined space is perfect for gatherings, with multiple seating and conservation areas within arm's reach. Guests can enjoy appetizers at the kitchen island's bar-height stools and then transition to the Family Room for extra comfort or TV watching. For formal gatherings, a large dining table is conveniently located next to the L-shaped kitchen island. Vaulted ceilings in the Family Room provide an open and airy atmosphere, complemented by warm mid-tone wood cabinetry, custom wood blinds, and colorful Murano-glass pendant lights. The gourmet Kitchen is a chef's dream with granite countertops, a glass tile-accent backsplash, and top-of-the-line stainless steel Viking appliances.

In warmer months, a set of glass doors in the Family Room makes it easy to move the party from indoors to the outdoor oasis. Gather around the wood deck's large table, watch the sunlight play among the tall surrounding trees, and take advantage of the dedicated gas barbecue line for effortless grilling. When the sun sets, gather around the firepit area to relax and roast marshmallows, or move to the spacious, heated all-season sunroom. This home offers endless options for exceptional indoor/outdoor living.

Back inside, the first floor includes two more rooms. Off the dining room, pocket doors can be closed to create a private den, perfect for work, reading, or yoga. The room features a large window for natural light and fresh air. The dedicated laundry room is conveniently located behind the kitchen, making it easy to manage chores while keeping an eye on the stove. The room is spacious enough for a side-by-side washer and dryer, a utility sink, and offers access to both the garage and the crawl space under the stairway to the second level.

Upstairs, the primary suite is inviting and well-lit. Two skylights in a sloped ceiling flood the room with natural light, and three more windows overlook the quiet backyard. The walk-in closet is generous, with a second reach-in closet for extra storage. The Primary Bathroom is easily shared, thanks to a pocket door separating the double vanity from the toilet and shower/tub area. It features tile flooring, marble countertops, and a linen closet for all your essentials.

Three more bedrooms and a full hall bathroom complete the second floor. Two of the bedrooms are almost mirror images of each other, with ample natural light, large closets, and carpeting. The hall bathroom, like the primary ensuite, offers privacy and functionality.

Last but not least, the fourth bedroom boasts a stunning arched window framing the front yard and ample natural light. Its versatility allows for use as a spacious bedroom, playroom, TV room, or even conversion into an updated Primary Suite, customized to your preferences. A walk-in closet larger than some bedrooms and access to the upstairs HVAC system complete the room's features.

This home's impressive scale and thoughtful design set it as the embodiment of grandeur, establishing the pinnacle of spacious living in the Manor Section of Chatham.

Don't miss the opportunity to make this impeccable dream home yours in one of Chatham's most desirable neighborhoods!

Room by Room Details of 74 Rowan Rd., Chatham, NJ 07928

FIRST LEVEL

• Foyer featuring semi flush mount lighting, wood-stained front door with paned glass, hardwood flooring, crown molding, baseboard molding, doorway to Hall
• Living Room featuring hardwood flooring, windows on 3 exposures, built-in gas fireplace with brick surround and mantle, recessed lighting, baseboard molding, crown molding
• Hall featuring semi flush mount light, stairs to second level, two deep coat closets, hardwood flooring, baseboard molding, opening to Dining Room
• Office/Bedroom featuring carpeting, recessed lighting, 3 windows on 3 exposures, closet with built-in shelving, baseboard molding
• Full Bathroom featuring ceramic-tile checkerboard floor, recessed lighting, wood vanity, two sconces over vanity, window, shower with three-paneled glass door and built-in bench, rain showerhead, tile baseboard molding
• Dining Area featuring 8-light chandelier, hardwood flooring, baseboard molding. Open to Kitchen and Family Room.
• Chef’s Kitchen featuring wood cabinetry including glass-door cabinetry, crown molding on cabinetry, hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, Stainless Kitchen Aid microwave [ not built in], KitchenAid dishwasher, Stainless Viking fridge/freezer, Stainless Viking range with stainless backsplash, Stainless Kitchenaid wine fridge, garbage disposal, granite countertops, tile backsplash accented with glass tile, recessed lighting, L-shaped island/workspace with bar-height seating, Murano glass pendants, hardwood flooring
• Den featuring pocket doors to Dining Area/Kitchen/Family Room, window, hardwood floors, recessed lighting, baseboard molding
• Family Room featuring wood-burning fireplace with brick surround, recessed lighting, fan/light, hardwood flooring, vaulted ceiling, 3 skylights, 3 windows on 2 exposures, glass door to deck, glass door with glass sidelight to all-season room, custom wood blinds, surround sound wiring, baseboard molding
• Sunroom featuring heating, hardwood flooring, fan/light, sliding glass door flanked by 2 windows, glass door to Family Room, faux-brick accent wall, baseboard molding
• Laundry Room featuring access to garage, semi flush mount light, built-in cabinetry, Samsung washer and dryer, utility sink, wire shelving, access to crawl space, laminate flooring, baseboard molding
• Oversized Garage featuring room for one car, door to Laundry Room, door to back yard, door to driveway, keypad entry system

SECOND LEVEL

• Hall featuring stairway to first level, hardwood flooring, linen closet, semi flush mount light, skylight, baseboard molding
• Primary Bedroom featuring walk-in closet with semi flush mount light, reach-in closet, 3 windows on same exposure, sloped ceiling with 2 skylights, track lighting, carpeting, baseboard molding
• Primary Bathroom featuring wood double vanity, marble countertops, semi flush mount light, over-vanity lighting, mirror/medicine cabinets, linen closet, tile flooring, pocket door separating area for tub/shower and toilet, tub/shower with sliding glass doors, recessed light, and tile surround, skylight, tile baseboard molding
• Full Hall Bathroom featuring tile floor, tile walls, wood vanity separated by pocket door from tub/shower and toilet, medicine cabinet/mirror, lighting over vanity, semi flush mount lighting, window, linen closet,
• Bedroom 2 featuring carpeting, 3 windows on 2 exposures, bifold-door closet, recessed lighting, pull-down attic access, baseboard molding
• Bedroom 3 featuring carpeting, 3 windows on 2 exposures, large walk-in closet, recessed lighting, baseboard molding
• Bedroom 4 featuring carpeting, vaulted ceiling, recessed lighting, exposed brick accent wall, large walk-in closet, access to second HVAC system, large arched center window flanked by two windows, baseboard molding

FRONT YARD/BACKYARD

• New, block-lined driveway (2023)
• Hardie Plank Siding
• Flat, .22-acre fenced yard
• Wood deck with built-in bench 
• Stone patio area
• Stone walkways around property
• Doggie Door from Sunroom to Deck
• Dedicated gas line for backyard barbeques
• Firepit area 

ADDITIONAL FEATURES/UPGRADES

• Renovated by renowned architect Brian Siegel (2010)
• Borough-approved Plans for additional upgrades and basement available 
• Dual-zone HVAC system