124 Random Rd

Princeton, NJ 08540

There is a saying that for peace of mind one should enter a house through a garden, and this homeinvites its visitors to do just that. The sumptuous perennial garden and exterior design of this cottagestyle home with arts and crafts detailing offer hints as to what lies within. Carefully updated, expanded,and reimagined by Princeton architect, Max Hayden, this unique home provides generous living spacefor either a single or multigenerational family, on an intimate and inviting scale. From the book nookoverlooking the first floor turn of the master staircase, to the secret room off the bonus space on thesecond floor, the attention to detail is meticulous. The large living room's brick fireplace and detailedmantel anchor the space. Built-in bookshelves and cabinetry provide a spot for collectibles and booksalike. The free-flowing floor plan leads from the living room into the sun and adjacent dining room withsky lights, wall to wall windows, and two sets of sliding French doors, where the views of the woodedrear yard are expansive. Also on the first floor, beyond the living room, is a bedroom, secondbedroom/office with custom built-in desks, cabinets and shelves and a full tiled bath with Waterworksfixtures. The chef's designed kitchen is a focal point of the house. The large butcher block island, withthe second of two stainless steel country sinks, is perfect for food prep. The blue paint wash on theisland's stained base cabinets coordinates perfectly with the stain of the Alder wood custom builtcabinetry throughout the rest of the kitchen, as well as its Carrera marble countertops and backsplash.The Wolf six burner range top faces the prep sink. On either side of the stove top are cabinet enclosedSubzero refrigerator and freezer units. The Bosch dishwasher, adjacent to the main sink, is also cabinetenclosed. Then there is the double Wolf oven. The banquette provides a cozy and sunny breakfast spot..There is easy access to both grass and bluestone patios as well as a covered dining area. This invitinggathering space, designed by award winning landscape architect Louise Schiller, who also designed theperennial garden, offers a perfect location to relax and entertain. Leading from the kitchen is the sideentry with its tiled floor, perfect for easy clean-ups on rainy/snowy days. The laundry is here, as well asa half bath, mudroom with cubbies and bench, and access to the bluestone terrace, rear patio and yard,and garage. The rear stair case provides access to the second floor bonus room, office and primarybedroom suite. From the main staircase, the primary bedroom is accessed through its own charmingsitting room. The ipe balcony off the bedroom, has commanding views of the wooded rear of theproperty--a morning coffee spot to be sure. The ensuite bath has a double marble vanity, soaking tuband extra-large shower. The walk-in closet has handcrafted custom designed cabinetry. The sitting roomoffers two additional closets. There are two more charming upstairs bedrooms, which share a hall bath.The second floor bonus space with a secret room can be anything you want it to be. Note the cupulawhich adds a dimension to the ceiling and allows more daylight to filter in. To complete the secondfloor is the tower room office, offering panoramic views, custom crafted built-in desk, cabinets andwindow seats with storage allowing guests to sit and soak up the sunlight and afternoon breezes. Whowouldn't choose to work from home in this space? The basement is partially finished and providesstorage as well as a media room. There is a spacious 2-car attached garage, which also has a third bayfor storage and could be converted to allow for three vehicle in-garage parking if desired. The garage isequipped for EV charging. This is truly a one-of-a-kind home, in a convenient location, close toLittlebrook School on a very special quiet neighborhood street.