This 1888 house has been in a dozen commercials and I completely see why
If you ever find yourself driving down Hillside Avenue in Glen Ridge, you might notice a white mailbox that hints at something incredible hiding just beyond the trees.
First impressions from the yard
As you pull in, the main house comes into view. It is a Victorian farmhouse with three stories, standing proud on a massive corner lot.
The proportions on this place are massive, and the white siding looks incredibly sharp against the green grass.
Once the sun starts setting, the whole front of the house glows. It feels warm and welcoming rather than cold and imposing.
The woodwork inside
You go through the front double doors and immediately face a hallway with wood arches carved by hand and a staircase built with classic details.
A cozy library room
To the side is a den wrapped entirely in wood paneling. There is a wood-burning stove sitting in the corner, ready for cold winter nights.
The bookshelves are built right into the walls, leaving plenty of room for a couple of comfortable chairs.
The dining room
The wood theme continues into the dining room, where a massive wooden hutch is built directly into the wall next to a second fireplace.
The bright main living area
Then you walk into the main living room, and the contrast is amazing. The walls are bright white, but the fireplace features this green tile that stands out instantly.
The room feels incredibly spacious, mostly because the ceilings are twelve feet high.
It is easy to see why TV crews keep choosing this house for commercials. The light coming through the tall windows is just perfect.
A kitchen built for cooking
The kitchen is a total showstopper with its dark wood ceiling beams and a copper hood hanging over the range.
The island is huge, offering plenty of prep space and room for four barstools so people can hang out while you cook.
The sunny breakfast spot
Right off the kitchen, you find this breakfast nook filled with light, complete with terracotta floor tiles and a striped banquette.
Sliding glass doors look out onto the backyard, letting you watch the kids or the dogs while having your morning coffee.
The backyard structure
The current owner actually built a custom clubhouse in the yard. Honestly, calling it a clubhouse is an understatement because it looks like a historic cottage on its own.
Watching the sun go down
As evening falls, the farmhouse looks absolutely magical with the warm indoor lights glowing through those historic windows.
Pathways paved in stone wrap around the side porch, making it a wonderful place to sit outside and enjoy quiet evenings in Jersey.
