3 Beds 3 Baths 2,200 Sq.Ft. 3 Acres
The Lane House at Hartley Farms: Historic Ca. 1911 Antique Farmhouse in New Vernon, NJ
Discover a rare opportunity to preserve and expand a historic treasure within the prestigious Hartley Farms estate. "Lane House," a Ca. 1911 antique farmhouse, is nestled on a premier three-acre parcel in the coveted east side of Harding Township. This property offers a unique balance of historical significance and the potential for custom architectural expansion overlooking preserved meadows and distant hills.
Heritage and landscape
Once part of the legendary 171-acre Marcellus Hartley Dodge estate, Hartley Farms is listed on the National and New Jersey Registers of Historic Places. The Lane House sits amidst a landscape defined by 19th century elegance, featuring narrow country roads, old growth beech and oak forests, and the historic 13-acre Polo Field. Residents enjoy private access to 42 acres of common open space and walking trails administered in part by the NJ Audubon Society.
Design and Expansion Opportunity
As one of only 26 carefully considered lots, this property invites a commitment to superior design that honors regional traditions. Whether you choose to live in the existing 1911 structure while building your dream home or thoughtfully incorporate the farmhouse into a new masterpiece, the Hartley Farms Architectural Review Committee ensures all designs remain in harmony with the land.
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