219 Mercer St

Hightstown, NJ 08520

Pristine condition. Step back in time to space, grace and style. Fully renovated over the last five years, this grand Hightstown home from 1895 comes with all new plumbing, electric, kitchen and 2 1/2 baths and two zone heat and central air conditioning. over three floors of living space, plus a basement and a barn. Live in the luxury and detail of a bygone era, with all modern day comforts on one third of an acre Have the convenience of walking to dinner, the library or the post office in downtown Hightstown from this exquisite Victorian with open plan floor plan and nine foot ceilings. Interior columns adorn the double parlor with pocket door and beautiful main staircase. All original woodwork and meticulously refinished floors make the home shine. The kitchen is outfitted with premium walnut cabinets, copper sink, expansive window with a view of the back gardens, center island, granite countertops, tiled backsplash and wood burning fireplace. The bathrooms are appointed with custom tiles and mosaics. An extra long soaking tub graces the main bath. A first floor powder room is convenient for garden access and guests. The third floor with a cathedral ceiling has been finished with hardwood flooring, mahogany handrail and exposed beams. Use as an office, playroom, entertainment center or all of the above. Why hang out in a dark basement when you can play above ground? The upstairs bath has mosaics and clawfoot tub that overlooks the extensive backyard of 1/3 of an acre with soaring oak trees. With spray foam insulation, new two-zone air conditioning with heat pumps, heating and cooling expenses are minimal. The steam furnace supplies restored Victorian radiators for old time comfort on the coldest of days. All electric and plumbing replaced 2016/17. Mature yard with towering oak trees, peach trees, blueberries and strawberries. Flowering bulbs, shrubs and bushes provide color all season. and a holly tree provides winter cheer. Low stone walls and wisteria gazebo. Kitchen garden off back porch. The five bay barn is 2 1/2 stories high and provides plenty of room for parking, storage, and play space.