43 Jefferson Ave

Nestled in the most coveted neighborhood in Short Hills, this extraordinary home rests on a lush 1.14 acre estate. Designed by renowned architect John James, crafted by Vanco builders, and decorated by designer Donna Sirianni, this 7 bedroom, 6 full and 1 half bath residence offers 9000+ sq ft of sunlit, above-ground living space, plus a lower level featuring a spectacular 2000-bottle wine cellar. The stunning backyard retreat, featuring a bluestone patio, heated pool/spa, outdoor kitchen/fireplace, professional landscaping, vast level lawns, and fully fenced perimeter, can be viewed from virtually every room. Inside, impeccable custom finishes and touches abound, including rare white oak flooring, custom crafted millwork/ceilings plus 4 wood-burning fireplaces. The gourmet kitchen has high-end appliances including double Wolf ovens and range, Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, custom cabinetry, 10-foot island. The Primary Suite has a barrel-vaulted ceiling, dressing room, custom closets, a spa-like bath with radiant floors, jetted tub, steam shower, double water closets. Three large bedrooms and 2 baths complete this wing. In a separate wing is a vast multi-zone Bonus Room with playroom, gym, sauna, bedroom, kitchenette, full bath, and laundry room. The third level has a guest bedroom and room plumbed for full bath. High efficiency 7-zone HVAC and indirect HWH, Lutron lighting, Sonos sound, Kohler generator, network wiring in every room, home security system and much more.