This fantastic 1902 Colonial was designed by & Built for architect Douglas Fitch, who designed some of Verona's most notable homes in his studio/carriage house at the rear of the property. Original old-world elements and charm are present throughout. The exterior features exude a sense of permanence and character that can only be found in homes of this era. Exceptional curb appeal includes: a white picket fence and bluestone walkway, an open slate porch with bead-board ceiling, elegantly trimmed columns, front porch swing, original French doors, a sloping roof and charming awnings.The home has a versatile floor-plan that offers the potential for a master-bedroom suite in two locations. The French door on the right side of the living room suggests that the architect anticipated the possibility of expansion by a future owner, and positioned the home on the lot with that in mind. 9 Crestmont Road is just a short walk to beautiful Kip's Castle Park where you can unwind and enjoy the beautiful view of New York City. Beautiful Verona Park with its Boathouse, Pond and Playground is just a few minutes drive.The notable features at 9 Crestmont Road include:Original Wood Floors and Ceiling Moldings in 31' Living RoomLarge Living Room with Original French Doors and hardware5 or 6 Bedrooms, three of which have private bathsFour Bedrooms with Wood Floors on 2nd LevelTwo Bedrooms with Wood Floors on 3rd Level3 Full and 2 Half Baths, Plus a Private Commode in the BasementThree-Zone Central Air ConditioningLiving Room and Master Bedroom Fireplaces with Heatilator Style Wood Burning Inserts that provide a romantic glow and smoke-free heatBuilt-In Bookcases and Shelving Throughout the HomeLarge Eat-In Kitchen with:Wet BarPlenty of Counter SpaceLarge Separate Eat-In AreaTile FloorDouble Electric Wall OvenDishwasherRefrigeratorCountertop RangePot RackAccess to both Driveway and DeckMusic Room/Library/Dining Room with Bow WindowSpacious Deck with Kitchen and Yard AccessHallway LibraryPartially finished walk-out basement with:Mud roomLarge Free-Standing Cubby UnitSpacious Family roomLaundry Room with Whirlpool Front-Loading Washer and DryerPotential Summer Kitchen with Newer RefrigeratorStorage RoomCommode RoomLong Driveway with Plenty of ParkingDeep Wide Lot Perfect for Play, Entertaining, or a PoolCarriage House at the Rear of the Property has a Small Stall and Studio RoomSet in the foothills of the Watchung Mountains, within reach of every imaginable amenity, suburban Verona is one of New Jersey's most attractive addresses. Tucked between the crests of scenic first and second mountains, Verona is just 15 miles west of the Hudson River, along the western border of Montclair. Verona is a 2.8 square mile community of quiet, picturesque streets offering a desirable small town atmosphere with convenient proximity to parks, schools, wonderful restaurants, shopping, recreation including the lovely Verona Park and town pool and and easy commute to New York City. Verona is only one mile from Route 280 to the south and 2.5 miles from either I 80 or Route 3 to the north. These major highways provide for easy access by car to the George Washington Bridge, Lincoln or Holland Tunnels, Newark Airport and points north or south on the Garden State Parkway. This particular hometown offers NY bus lines that travel down Bloomfield Avenue into Port Authority bus terminal in Manhattan, as well as close proximity to neighboring Montclair where NJ Transit trains to Hoboken connect you to Path Service to Penn Station and the financial district.
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