For Sale House MLS# NJHT2005316

33 RITTENHOUSE RD

STOCKTON, NJ 08559

$6,950,000

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About 33 RITTENHOUSE RD

Welcome to BellsFlower Farm, an extraordinary country estate encompassing over 99 acres in the quaint village of Sergeantsville. Offered for the first time in 32 years, this remarkable property combines privacy, history and natural beauty just a short drive from the Delaware River and the charming river towns of Stockton, Lambertville and New Hope. A long private drive winds into the property, with the residence barely visible from the road. The approach culminates in an impressive entry courtyard framed by mature hedges and statuary, creating an immediate sense of privacy and arrival. At the heart of the estate is an original farmhouse thoughtfully expanded to over 6,000 square feet. The home retains the warmth and character of its historic beginnings while offering the scale and natural light of a substantial country residence. The expansive great room serves as the formal living room, featuring a dramatic rounded vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace and abundant windows framing the surrounding landscape. Wood floors extend throughout much of the residence, including original wide-plank flooring in the older portion. Two intimate rooms in the original section are currently used as home offices but could easily adapt to other uses. An oversized dining room is ideal for entertaining, while informal living and dining spaces support everyday life. The spacious kitchen offers updated appliances, soapstone and glass countertops, a professional gas range, stainless-steel double ovens, walk-in pantry and butler’s bar with its own refrigerator and additional dishwasher. An adjoining informal living and dining area is anchored by a Vermont wood-burning stove. Built-ins, fireplaces and architectural details throughout reflect the home’s evolution over time. The main residence offers five bedrooms, six full baths and a powder room, providing generous accommodations for family and guests. Outdoor living is an integral part of the property. A large covered rear patio overlooks established gardens, lawns and open fields, while a separate terrace provides an inviting setting for alfresco dining and entertaining, complemented by an outdoor kitchen and barbecue station, hot tub and outdoor shower. Over more than three decades, the owners have thoughtfully cultivated the grounds, creating an extraordinary landscape of mature gardens, specimen trees and plantings. The result is a setting that would take decades to recreate, offering beauty, privacy and seasonal interest. Beyond the gardens, over 99 acres provide open land, remarkable privacy and productive soils with possibilities for agricultural and horticultural pursuits. Much of the property is enclosed by substantial deer fencing, helping protect the fields, gardens and established plantings. Additional improvements include a large tool shed, a large barn, a run-in shed for the pet Cows and detached garage with two separate apartments above, offering flexibility for guests, extended family, caretakers or other uses. The acreage, fertile ground, privacy and existing improvements lend themselves to a variety of possibilities, including a private country estate or agricultural, horticultural, vineyard, equestrian or event-related uses, subject to applicable zoning and approvals. Despite its privacy, the estate remains remarkably accessible. Stockton and the Delaware River are minutes away, while Lambertville and New Hope offer restaurants, galleries, shopping and cultural attractions. Princeton is approximately 35 to 40 minutes away, Philadelphia approximately one hour and New York City approximately 90 minutes. After 32 years in the same hands, BellsFlower Farm is ready for its next chapter—a rare combination of over 99 acres, a substantial character-filled residence, mature gardens, additional living accommodations, outbuildings and extraordinary privacy in Hunterdon County.

Property details

Property

Type
Detached
MLS type
Single Family Home
Status
Active
Year built
1850
Stories
2
Living area
6,300 sqft
Price / sqft
$1,103
Lot
99.0
Full baths
6
Half baths
1
Original price
$6,950,000
MLS #
NJHT2005316

Interior

Features
Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split, Additional Stairway, Attic, Bar, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Family Room Off Kitchen, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Store/Office, Stove - Wood, Walk-in Closet(s), Water Treat System, Wet/Dry Bar, WhirlPool/HotTub, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Upgraded Countertops, true, Forced Air, Baseboard - Hot Water, Heat Pump - Gas BackUp, Hot Water, Radiant, Radiator, Wood Burn Stove, Propane - Owned, Oil, Electric, Wood, Main Floor, Upper Floor, Full, Unfinished, Heated, Tile brick, Gas/Propane, Stone, Other, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 3, Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Washer, Dryer - Front Loading, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Humidifier, Icemaker, Oven - Double, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Washer - Front Loading, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater - Tankless, WaterHeater
Appliances
Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Dryer - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Washer, Dryer - Front Loading, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Humidifier, Icemaker, Oven - Double, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Washer - Front Loading, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Conditioner - Owned, Water Heater - Tankless, WaterHeater
Flooring
Wood, Heated, Tile brick
Heating
true, Forced Air, Baseboard - Hot Water, Heat Pump - Gas BackUp, Hot Water, Radiant, Radiator, Wood Burn Stove
Cooling
Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split
Fireplaces
3
Laundry
Main Floor, Upper Floor
Windows
Bay bow, Casement, Double hung, Double pane windows, Palladian, Screens, Wood frame

Exterior & lot

Features
Farmhouse/National Folk, Other, BBQ Grill, Extensive Hardscape, Awning(s), Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Hot Tub, Outbuilding(s), Outside Shower, Secure Storage, Stone Retaining Walls, Above Grade, Below Grade, Gravel Driveway, Porch, Deck, Patio
Construction
Frame, Glass, Wood Siding, Stone, Cedar, Copper Plumbing, Block, Mixed Plumbing, Shingle Siding, 2, Stone, Block, Passive Radon Mitigation, Active Radon Mitigation, Shake, Bay bow, Casement, Double hung, Double pane windows, Palladian, Screens, Wood frame
Roof
Shake
Foundation
Stone, Block, Passive Radon Mitigation, Active Radon Mitigation
Lot
Pasture, Garden/Lawn, Courtyard, A-1, 07-00039-00019, Wire, ChainLink, Electric
Patio & porch
Deck, Patio, Porch
Fence
Wire, ChainLink, Electric
View
Pasture, Garden/Lawn, Courtyard
Parking
Gravel Driveway
Garage spaces
6

Schools

District
Delaware Township School District
Elementary
DELAWARE
High
HUNTERDON CENTRAL H.S.

Utilities

Utilities
On Site Septic, Private, Propane, Under ground, Cable tv, Electric available, 200 amp service
Water
Private
Sewer
On Site Septic

Financial

Financial
BRIGHT_MAIN, All Farm equipment, 2 Urns outside the front entryway.
Annual tax
$35,997
Tax year
2025
Parcel
07-00039-00019

Location

Area
Delaware Twp (21007)
County
HUNTERDON-NJ
Community
HUNTERDON-NJ, BRIGHT_MAIN, HUNTERDON CENTRAL REGIONA SCHOOLS
Directions
From Stockton, Route 523, right on Severns Way, right on Rittenhouse Rd, property on left. Long Driveway.

Location

Neighborhood
NONE AVAILABLE
School district
Delaware Township School District

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Listed by Stefan D Dahlmark, Addison Wolfe Real Estate

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