Thornewood Farm

50 DUNKARD CHURCH RD, Stockton, New Jersey 08559 United States

Thornewood Farm is the perfect country estate, offering the ultimate versatility to accommodate the multi-faceted needs of today's world. Whether you're an equestrian or someone who is looking for a property that offers a bucolic setting with plenty of space and an ideal layout for working remotely, virtual learning, hobbies and entertaining, this property will be sure to suit all of your needs. Stockton, NJ is conveniently located between NYC and Philadelphia and the perfect location for a primary residence or a retreat. Setback a meandering drive, nestled on 36 acres of pristine grounds, you will find an extraordinary custom-built 12,000SF home and incredible barn. The covered front porch welcomes you into a 2-story grand foyer with a sweeping staircase. You will immediately notice the quality craftsmanship and attention to detail throughout. The home offers the perfect balance of grand and intimate spaces with a sprawling floor plan that provides multiple home offices, some with private entrances, and a variety of exceptional living spaces with picturesque views from every room and outdoor living spaces. Located just off the foyer is an extraordinary library that includes floor to ceiling built-ins, a sitting area with a handsome stone fireplace, wet bar, private office, powder room and multiple access points to outdoor terraces. An exquisite staircase leads to the lower level that is a continuation of the library and includes a spacious room with a fireplace, a conference room, a full bathroom and additional built-ins. This portion of the finished lower level is perfect for hosting seminars and other events. The home is a book collectors paradise with room for more than 10,000 books. The finished lower level also includes a private entrance on the opposite end of the home that includes a sitting/waiting room, home office and a powder room. Beyond the foyer on the main level is a formal dining room with elegant columns and a formal living room with a beautiful coffered ceiling and soapstone wet bar. The gourmet eat-in kitchen offers timeless finishes with a soapstone island, blue-eyed granite countertops, state-of-the-art stainless-steel appliances and a lovely dining area that overlooks the stunning family room with cathedral ceiling and floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and French doors to an outdoor terrace. The main level also offers an en suite bedroom with sitting room and adjacent home office with wraparound terrace and wonderful views of the stables. Perfect wing for guests or an in-law/au pair suite. Head to the second level via the main staircase and arrive at a cozy sitting room with French doors, a fireplace and wet bar. The master bedroom suite includes a gas fireplace, incredible views, two walk-in closets and a spacious master bathroom with expansive seamless glass shower, corner soaking tub and a double vanity. The second level of the home includes two additional en suite bedrooms. The third floor provides a spacious bonus room that can be used as a guest bedroom, office, yoga studio and more! Head outside to the state-of-the-art equestrian facilities. An impeccably designed and custom built two-story barn includes 19 stalls (easily converted to 7 oversized & 5 full-sized) fully matted with metered automatic waterers, a wash stall with hot and cold water, feed room, tack room, private heated office, bathroom and the center aisle is inset with rubber brick pavers. The upper level of the barn offers two haylofts that provide storage for 1,500+ bales of hay. The barn is also a fantastic space for collectors and hobbyists. It also provides a gorgeous space for hosting a variety of events, including weddings. Additional equestrian amenities include an outdoor arena (90' x 140'), 8 fenced pastures, 5 with automatic waterers, and a double run-in shed. Located close in proximity to top equine medical care and trainers. Also enjoy trails through 9 acres of wooded land. HVAC 7-zones.