12 Dutchess Dr Allentown, NJ 08501

Welcome to luxury living in this stunning 4,500 sq. ft. brick-front home, offering 5 bedrooms, 3 ½ baths, and a 3-car side-entry garage, nestled on a 2-acre premium private lot in the highly sought-after Woods at Cream Ridge development. Located just outside the historic town of Allentown, NJ, in Upper Freehold Township, this home is within an award-winning school district. It is surrounded by farmland and preserved open space. Conveniently located just 5 miles from Exit 7A of the NJ Turnpike, 20 minutes to the Hamilton train station, 30 minutes to the Jersey Shore, 1 hour to NYC, and 45 minutes to Philadelphia, this home offers the ideal location for living in Central New Jersey. This home is meticulously maintained, boasting a winding driveway with Belgian block curbing, extensive exterior brickwork, professional landscaping, hardscape walkways, a multi-tiered patio, and lighting. You are greeted by the towering 2-story foyer with an open floor plan, flowing into the formal living room to your right and the dining room to your left, both bathed in natural sunlight due to the home's southern front exposure. In the center of the home, the grand winding staircase leads you upstairs, overlooking the family room, which features a wall-to-ceiling fireplace. The first floor also includes an office with French doors. The graciously sized gourmet kitchen is equipped with custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a center island with barstool seating, a walk-in pantry, and a first-floor laundry room. A second staircase to the upstairs is also accessed from the kitchen! The second floor offers 5 bedrooms, including the master bedroom suite with a sitting room, tray ceilings, and crown molding. The master suite features a walk-in closet with custom shelving and cabinetry, as well as a master bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a jacuzzi garden tub, and a separate water closet. To the right of the house there is a full hall bath and two bedrooms, and down the hall you will find another two bedrooms connected by a full Jack and Jill bathroom! The full unfinished basement with high ceilings is ideal for expanding living space, offering recreational space or additional storage. This home is sure to impress the most discerning buyer, with its unparalleled condition, upgrades, and modern open design. It offers everything that every buyer dreams of.