RARE OPPORTUNITY to own a definitive piece of American history with the Van Buskirk Home, the very first residence built in Saddle River. Circa 1707, this Red Sandstone Dutch Colonial has a storied past while sitting on over 2 lush acres offering modern amenities such as a freeform pool, oversized patios, and a tennis court - all perfect for entertaining. The residence underwent an extensive updates/renovations im the mid 1990s, including a full kitchen addition, bathroom updates, new plumbing and electric, structural reinforcement with new beams, refinished flooring, new roof, and more. Enter to find masterfully preserved heritage with grand hand-hewn beams, wide-plank floors, and 4 original fireplaces, including an architecturally distinct open loft/great room with 13-foot beamed cathedral ceilings. Modern aesthetics integrate through thoughtful updates, featuring a chef’s kitchen with radiant heated floors and living space where walls of glass offer serene views of the pond and waterfall. Completing the primary levels is a stately home office, first-floor primary suite with a steam shower, plus four upstairs bedrooms and two baths. A hidden door off the entry foyer leads to a basement with significant improvements, posing exceptional potential for finished space. Enjoy the versatile heated barn provides two car bays, horse stalls, and a massive second floor perfect for a gym, studio, or party space. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to steward a landmark propert
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Price
$2,799,500
Days On Site
1 Day
Bedrooms
5
Inside Area (SqFt)
N/A
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
4
Partial Baths
N/A
Lot Size
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Year Built
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MLS® Number
26005259
Status
Active
Property Tax
$15,226
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
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General Features
Disclosures
Seller's AgentSeller Disclosure - Yes
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking
Garage Door OpenerDetached
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Water Source
WellPrivate
Interior Features
Basement
FullUnfinished
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
BaseboardNatural GasZonedRadiant
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Exterior Features
Construction Details
Stone
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Pool Features
HeatedIn GroundOutdoor Pool
View
River
Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Features
Lake Front
Waterview
River
Community Features
Community Features
Tennis Court(s)
MLS Area
600
Schools
School District
Unknown
Elementary School
WANDELL
Middle School
ERIC SMITH
High School
NORTHERN HIGHLANDS
Listing courtesy of Christina L. Gibbons of Christie's International Real Estate Group-Ridgewood: (917) 837-8853
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