19 Colonial Woods Drive, West Orange, NJ 07052 US Livingston Home

Set in the foothills of the Watchung Mountains, within reach of every imaginable amenity, suburban West Orange is one of New Jersey’s most attractive addresses.  West Orange residents enjoy all of the wonderful benefits of New Jersey living, including an exceptional County Park system with South Mountain & Eagle Rock Reservations, Turtleback Zoo and South Mountain Skating Arena.   With a close proximity to New York City, mass transportation options, and easy access to major highways, West Orange is a commuter’s delight.  Wonderful restaurants, terrific schools, friendly neighborhoods, and plenty of recreation and fresh air make West Orange the perfect place to call home.

Nineteen Colonial Woods Drive is set in a most desirable neighborhood in the Western reaches of town.  Here you’ll find a tastefully updated and meticulously maintained home that will provide you with the best of both indoor and outdoor living.  The property is nicely landscaped both front and back.  A brick walkway leads to a large front porch, and compliments the lower brick façade.  The house is sides with long-lasting cedar shake, painted in a pleasing clay earth tone.  A terraced garden sweeps across the front of the home.

If you enjoy outdoor entertaining, then this is the place to be!  The backyard is home to a beautiful and very spacious raised deck, constructed with low-maintenance and long lasting wood-tone decking, that is complimented by a bright white vinyl rail. The deck is accessed through French doors from the dining room or kitchen door, and has a set of stairs descending to the yard and patio below.  Beneath the deck, is a private setting that is defined by a fantastic freeform patio and Koi pond.  The patio design is an eye-catching layout of paver stones in pleasing earth-tone colors.  The Koi pond is dramatically backed by a river stone waterfall, which is softened by ornamental grass and other shrubbery.  The peaceful calm of the running water and the natural beauty of the landscape provide a perfect place to enjoy a quiet breakfast and the morning paper.

Inside, you’ll find even more to love!  There’s plenty of room to live, and terrific storage space too.   The large eat-in kitchen is bright & sparkling clean, with white cabinets and crown molding, granite countertops, tile floor, and stainless steel appliances.  The corner cabinet has a six-light glass door where you can display your favorite kitchen collectibles or stemware.  The cabinetry also includes a built-in wine rack and large pantry closet.

                The living and dining room both have lovely blond wood flooring.  The dining room has crown molding, and French doors leading to the deck.  The main level is also home to a full tile bath with a Jacuzzi type tub/shower, built-in medicine cabinet, and a cable television connection.

                Three bedrooms round out the main level, including the master bedroom with a full master bath and walk-in closet. The master bedroom has blond wood flooring and recessed lighting.  The remaining bedrooms have newer carpeting (2007), and one enjoys the cooling comfort of a paddle ceiling fan.

                The large inviting family room on the lower level has a gas fireplace with a lovely oak mantle and surround.  French doors lead to the patio and Koi pond.  On this level you’ll also find an updated full bath, a large fourth bedroom, as well as the laundry room.  The lower-level floor plan works perfectly for everyday family enjoyment, but could easily be adapted for use as an in-law suite, or for single-level living with barrier-free access.

                There is interior access to the 2-car garage, where you’ll find additional storage space and work shop room.  The home is heated by a gas furnace (2002), and cooled by central air (2002).  The driveway was paved in 2003, and provides parking for 5+ vehicles.  Walk to the NYC bus, Grammar School, Middle School, and O’Conner Park.