306 Lincoln Ave E, Cranford, NJ 07016

Best of both worlds!  Impeccably renovated Revolutionary era home keeping the home’s historic integrity while also incorporating high-end design and modern amenities.  Move right in to this spectacular 4 Bedroom, 2 Full and 2 Half Bath home located in sought after Cranford just minutes from downtown, top notch schools and transportation to New York City.  No expense has been spared in this amazing renovation that retains the home’s historic character.  Formal Dining Room with vintage coffered ceiling.  Living Room and Family Room both with wood-burning fireplaces.  Dreamy light-filled Office/Library with fireplace.  Gourmet Chef’s Kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite countertops and top of the line stainless steel appliances.  Stunning Master Bedroom Retreat with spa-like Master Bath and its own private outdoor terrace. Delightful raised bluestone patio and fenced-in yard. Tons of potential for Lower Level Recreation Room/Wine Room/Children’s playroom.  Extraordinary opportunity to own a truly historic home with a decidedly modern renovation!

Room by Room Details of 306 Lincoln Avenue East, Cranford

First Level

• Entry Foyer featuring traditional wood door with beveled glass, hardwood floors, baseboard and crown molding, flush mount light fixture
• Dining Room featuring hardwood floors, vintage coffered/beamed ceiling, chestnut plate rack throughout, baseboard molding, closet with original door, chandelier, wood shutters, built-in corner china cabinet
• Living Room featuring original hardwood floors, original fireplace with brick surround which extends across entire wall, elongated windows, baseboard molding, crown molding, storage closet, double French Doors with beveled glass leading to Office
• Family Room featuring fireplace with brick surround, shiplap ceiling with wood beams, carpeting, baseboard molding, wood blinds, chandelier, open entryway to Dining Room, large open entryway to Kitchen
• Gourmet Chef’s Kitchen featuring cork flooring, recessed lighting, cable connection, custom wood cabinetry, granite countertops, glass door cabinetry for china display, center island with seating for 2, pendant light fixture over island, U-line beverage refrigerator, Viking stainless steel 6-burner range, Viking stainless steel hood, Viking stainless steel convection oven, Viking stainless steel wall oven, Viking stainless steel warming drawer, Viking stainless steel built-in microwave, Viking stainless steel refrigerator, Fisher and Paykel stainless steel 2-drawer dishwasher, breakfast area with semi-pendant light fixture, door with beveled glass panes to Mud Room, double French Doors with beveled glass out to raised bluestone patio, built-in desk area with open shelving above
• Office featuring hardwood floors, fireplace (electric) with tile surround, custom built-ins with bookcases and concealed storage, recessed lighting, door with beveled glass to outside, wall of picture windows (four 8-over-8 double hung windows topped by 4-pane transoms) overlooking backyard, 2 sets of interior double French Doors with beveled glass leading to Living Room and Powder Room/Kitchen, recessed lighting, crown molding, 20-socket electrical panel/fax/phone/cable ports under desk
• Powder Room featuring pedestal sink, tile flooring, semi-pendant light fixture, baseboard and crown molding
• Hallway off Kitchen with exposed original hand-hewn timber and brickwork
• Broom closet
• Mudroom featuring tile flooring, custom built-ins for shoe, coat and sports equipment storage, door to driveway

Lower Level

• Unfinished basement with tons of storage (easily finished as Recreation Room)
• Storage area with utility sink
• Powder Room #2 featuring concrete flooring, wood vanity, medicine cabinet, flush mount light fixture
• 2 sump pumps
• Door to yard, extra-wide stairs (bluestone treads) to facilitate passage of oversized utilities and equipment

Second Level

• Center Stair Hall from First Floor: wood staircase with runner, recessed millwork, vintage oak stairway railing, chandelier
• Second Floor Landing featuring hardwood floors, large alcove with custom window seat (storage below), recessed lighting, sconces
• Broom closet
• Master Bedroom featuring carpeting, faceted raised ceiling, recessed lighting, semi-pendant light fixture, door with beveled glass out to Private Terrace, Linen Closet, dual Walk-In Closets with adjustable shelving and hanging storage
• Master Bathroom featuring radiant heat tile flooring, natural maple double vanity with granite countertop and tons of storage, oversized frameless glass shower with Jerusalem floor and wall tile and glass mosaic accent tile, vintage claw foot soaking tub, semi pendant light fixture, baseboard molding, crown molding, window bay overlooking backyard and river views, with operable side-swing casement windows and “invisible” retractable screens
• Bedroom #2 featuring hardwood floors, flush mount light fixture, baseboard molding, crown molding, large double door closet, elongated windows
• Bedroom #3 featuring hardwood floors, flush mount light fixture, baseboard molding, crown molding, large double door closet, elongated windows
• Bedroom #4 featuring hardwood floors, flush mount light fixture, baseboard molding, crown molding, double door closet, elongated windows
• Second Floor Laundry with stacked washer/dryer and artisan-made oculus window
• Full Hall Bathroom featuring large custom wood vanity with storage, recycled glass and stone countertop, shower over tub with tile surround and accent tile, towel warmer, linen closet

Backyard/Landscaping

• Raised Bluestone patio with brick retaining wall and traditional style painted aluminum railings
• Built in gas grill
• Built in stainless steel single-burner gas range
• Built in stainless steel Kitchen Aid refreshment center with cold water sink and storage below
• Bluestone steps to area off of Patio with red concrete paver walkway, curved brick retaining wall planted with perennials
• Bluestone steps off of Office with red concrete paver walkway to garden, backyard and gate to front side yard
• Fully fenced in yard
• Storage shed
• Irrigation

Additional Features/Upgrades

• Original house dates back to 1770’s Revolutionary Era and has been the subject of local press, walking tours and community interest. (A local landmark recognized for its legacy, but without regulatory restrictions)
• Extensive renovation done to the home in 2006, increasing the home to over 3500 square feet
• Front of the house: all traditional wood 6-over-6 double hung windows (new/Pella Architect series)
• Original brick exterior dates back to 1800’s
• 2006 renovation commended by Cranford Historical Society
• Heating/AC, Forced Air, 2 zones