Welcome to Montview Estate
Luxury Living Perfected in the Heart of Short Hills
$5,850,000
10 Beds
8 Baths
Approx. 11,076 sqft
1.24 acre lot
Step inside Montview Estate at 40 Highland Avenue through the magnificent foyer, where timeless design meets modern luxury. This iconic 10-bedroom, 6 full and 2 half-bathroom residence has been reimagined with today’s lifestyle in mind, offering a seamless blend of grand entertaining spaces, private retreats, and thoughtfully crafted details. Every inch of the home has been updated and enhanced to provide unparalleled comfort and convenience for its next owner.
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The first floor is approximately 3,166 square feet. It includes a kitchen with a breakfast nook, family room, powder room, library, office, foyer, living room, sitting area, and dining room.
The second floor is approximately 2,866 square feet. It includes a primary bedroom suite with a dressing room, full bathroom with separate commode room and balcony. Also, a laundry room, 5 additional bedrooms and 3 more full bathrooms.
The third floor is approximately 2,289 square feet. It includes a loft, 4 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms.
The lower level is approximately 2,755 square feet. It includes a recreation room, wet bar, billiards room, powder room, exercise room, theater room, wine cellar, and game room.
Set on over an acre, Montview features a wraparound porch, restored Victorian roofing, new railings, and rolling lawns with mature trees for beauty and privacy.
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Designed for Modern Living
With approximately 11,000 square feet with four floors of living and entertainment space including the lower level, Montview’s layout caters to both elegant entertaining and everyday ease. The recently expanded chef’s kitchen designed for catered gatherings, featuring premium appliances, custom cabinetry, and a tin-styled ceiling inspired by its original design, is a culinary haven. Adjacent to the kitchen, a light-filled breakfast room with fireplace and cozy family room creates perfect space for gathering.
Upstairs, the spectacular primary suite provides a private retreat showcasing a luxurious bathroom and separate dressing room within this expansive home, ensuring comfort alongside sophistication. The remaining bedrooms and bathrooms have been thoughtfully updated with luxurious finishes, ensuring comfort and style throughout with the third floor providing a convenient retreat ideal for extended stay guests. Eight fireplaces, a refined mix of gas and wood-burning, add charm and warmth to key spaces across the home.
The lower level has been transformed into a sophisticated entertainment hub. The fully excavated and underpinned basement boasts soaring 9-foot ceilings, a speakeasy-style bar with separate exterior entrance, a wine room, a fitness room, and original stone and exposed brick details, making it ideal for hosting or unwinding. With multiple access points to the outdoors, this space offers both function and flexibility.
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Unmatched Comfort and Craftsmanship
Montview has been thoughtfully updated with modern systems and features to ensure ease and comfort:
- A state-of-the-art 8-zone HVAC system for efficient climate control
- Fully rewired electrical systems, including updated outlets, lighting, and ceiling fans throughout the home
- Eight meticulously restored fireplaces, including two wood-burning and two gas, offering both charm and warmth
- Updated plumbing and renovated bathrooms, with luxurious finishes in all six full baths and two half baths
- Refinished wood floors, including tiger-striped wood, adding a touch of character and craftsmanship to each room
Expansive Outdoor Spaces
Montview’s exterior has been as thoughtfully considered as its interior. Set on over an acre of landscaped grounds, the property features a stunning wraparound porch, new railings and balusters, and restored Victorian roofing with slate-style shingles. The driveways have been entirely replaced, and the original footprint of the property includes rolling hills, open lawns, and mature trees, offering both beauty and privacy.
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Perfectly situated in the heart of Short Hills, Montview is just 3 blocks to the Short Hills Train Station, offering direct 35-minute train service to New York City and only 20 minutes to Newark International airport for all of your luxurious travel destinations. This prime location also places you close to top-rated public and private schools, fine dining, boutique shopping, and recreational options, making it an exceptional choice for those who value convenience and luxury.
Montview Estate represents the best of the past, present, and future. It’s a place to live a life rooted in its rich past while looking ahead to a bright and extraordinary future. From its sophisticated updates and luxurious amenities to its unmatched location and substantial property, every detail has been designed to provide the perfect living experience. Schedule your private tour today and discover the elegance and ease that Montview has to offer.
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