32 Dead Tree Run Rd

Belle Mead, NJ 08502

*Open House Canceled for Today, 09/26/2021!* The most unique home on the market! Located in the Bridgepoint Historic District of Montgomery Township presents a remarkably intact picture of life in agricultural New Jersey from 1750-1850. The Schmidt Barn established in the 2nd quarter of the 19th century, originally two separate barns joined together to form an L-shape modern residence with a modern appearance. This historic 1835 bank barn was renovated in the 1960's to become the architectural beauty it is today embodying the history of milling. Sitting peacefully on 1.33 acres, backing to the Johnson's Farm, 32 Dead Tree Run Road is surrounded by preserved farmland. This unique home shines brightly through the incorporation of reclaimed elements including hewn logs, a fieldstone fireplace and sliding barn doors, while modern amenities like granite counter tops and a windowed pantry room create a comfortable, entertaining space. Keeping a modern open floor plan, the great room boasts cathedral ceilings, pumpkin pine floors, built-in bookshelves, a large fieldstone fireplace with new chimney updated to code and an abundance of space for entertaining. The formal dining room is located just before the kitchen. The kitchen is the true heart of the home featuring cathedral ceilings, gas cooking, an abundance of maple cabinets, granite & wood counter tops and a large old world pantry! The master suite can also be found on this floor. The master bedroom boasts natural light, exposed beams, pumpkin pine flooring , 3 closets and accesses the deck. The master bath shows the character of the original barn with modern day touches including exclusive stone and rustic wood with a modern minimalist flare. An additional generous bedroom can be found on this floor, as well as, a full bath and laundry room. A spiral staircase climbs to the second level where a large loft space can be found. Currently set up as a in-home gym, this space would make a perfect office space for 1-2 people who require in-home work spaces. Additionally on the upper level you will find two additional bedrooms and an additional full bath. This could easily be converted into three additional bedrooms to make this home a 5 bedroom home (septic approved for 5 bedrooms). Office spaces already set in place for in-home work or virtual learning. An open staircase leads you to the lower level which features mud room and utilities. No expense has been spared in this historic beauty with multiple updates and upgrades including a water softener, newer roof, new mini split HVAC (2019), new well (2019), new hot water heater, Weil McLane high-efficiency boiler, radon system, new chimney updated to code with stainless steel liner and casement windows. Grounds include an invisible fence, deck and patio. Across the street from the old Grist Mill. 32 Dead Tree Run Road feeds to the award-winning and highly sought after Montgomery Township School District. Excellent location for commuters close to NYC, North Brunswick, Lawrence or Philadelphia. You do not want to pass up the opportunity to own this beauty! Please note public records is inaccurate. Barn was converted to a home in 1960 and updated in 2005.