12 Melrose PlaceMontclair, NJ 07042Price: $1,299,000

EXCEPTIONAL 7-BEDROOM, 3.1 BATH COLONIAL ON PREMIERE TREE-LINED STREET CLOSE TO NYC TRANSP & VIBRANT DOWNTOWN MONTCLAIR. Set on approximately 1/3 acre, this gracious and distinctive home combines beautiful architectural character with generous living space and gorgeous outdoor areas. A welcoming foyer opens to a sun-filled living room w/floor-to-ceiling windows & a handsome WB fireplace. The adjoining family room is currently a home theater but offers flexibility as a playroom or office. Formal dining room w/FR doors opens to the deck & expansive, level backyard. Charming eat-in kitchen features an island, abundant cabinetry, open shelving & SS apps including 6-burner gas range, double oven & dishwasher. A convenient mudroom and powder room complete the 1st floor. Four bedrooms on 2nd floor features 4 generously sized rooms including a primary suite. Primary bedroom has FR doors opening to a truly special covered porch overlooking mature magnolia, Japanese maple & dogwood trees-a private retreat w/wonderful views & the character of another era. The suite also includes a WI closet and full bath. 3 additional bedrooms & a full bath complete the 3rd floor. Fin lower level includes a walk-in wine room. Additional features: newly refinished floors, freshly painted rooms, 2-zone AC & 2-car det garage. Ideally located on one of Montclair's most coveted tree-lined streets, w/convenient access to NYC transportation, restaurants, shops in downtown Montclair & cultural attractions.